London taxis were never known for being especially rapid. While you might occasionally happen upon a driver doing his or her best Lauda or Prost impersonation, the workaday engines and comfort-focused ride are ultimately intended for smooth, efficient people-moving. Not this taxi. This municipal maniac has a 502-cubic-inch Chevrolet V-8 and a 9-inch Ford rear end. USA! USA!
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P. T. Barnum was absolutely correct !!