Suzuki T500 Cobra Motorbike 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977

Suzuki T500 Cobra

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Produced: 1967-77

No. Cylinders: 2

Bore x Stroke: 70 x 64mm

Capacity: 493cc

Comp ratio: 6.6:1

Power Output: 46bhp @7,000rpm

Gearbox: 5-speed

Suspension: Front teles

Rear s/a

Brakes: Front 200 drum

Rear 180 drum

Tyres: Front 3.25 x 19in

Rear 4.00 x 18in

Wheelbase: 1,425mm (56.1in)

Weight: 183kg (403lb)

Top Speed: (approx) 120mph (193kph)

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Suzuki T20 Super Six Motorbike 1966, 1967, 1968

Suzuki T20 Super Six

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Produced: 1966-68

No. Cylinders: 2

Bore x Stroke: 54 x 54mm

Capacity: 247cc

Comp ratio: 7.3:1

Power Output: 29bhp @7,500rpm

Gearbox: 6-speed

Suspension: Front teles

Rear s/a

Brakes: Front 200 drum

Rear 200 drum

Tyres: Front 2.75 x 18in

Rear 3.00 x 18in

Wheelbase: 1,280mm (50.4in)

Weight: 135kg (298lb)

Top Speed: (approx) 95mph (152kph)

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Lancia Fulvia 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976

Lancia Fulvia 1960s-1970s

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The Fulvia coupe began life in 1965, followed shortly by the Zagato Sport. The Coupe was built until 1976 and the Zagato Sport discontinued in 1972. Original cars had a small 1,216cc/80bhp power plant, although the 1200HF had 88bhp. From 1967 Lancia introduced a 1,298cc engine producing 87bhp or (in the 1300HF) 101bhp. From 1969 a 15,84cc, 115bhp engine gave the 1600HF Coupe a top speed of 106mph (171km/h).

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Norton P11 Motorcycle 1967, 1968, 1969

Norton P11 1960s

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Norton's P11 "Desert Sled" was something of a parts bin special, a mix and match combination of parts from Norton and parent company AMC. Designed to suit the American market and originally for export only, the result was so good that the few that found their way onto British roads, along with many more recent re-imports, rapidly achieved cult status.

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Austin 1100 and 1300 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

1100 and 1300

The second Issigonis designed BMC front wheel drive car was introduced in Morris form in August 1962, but Austin dealers had to wait over a year before the equivalent Austin 1100 appeared in their showrooms. Although the 1100 did not have the same influence as the Mini it represented possibly the finest small family small of its day and was the best selling car in Britain for a number of years. Derivatives were made in Italy, Spain, Australia and South Africa making Austin and Morris household names in some peculiar places. The trusty A-series was now bored out to 1098cc and developed approximately 48bhp giving a top speed of 78mph. (Mk1). The 1100 was expertly packaged by Issigonis, being a little longer than an A40 but offering roughly the same interior room as an A60 Cambridge. Pinninfarina's influence was also there to see in the form of the cropped tailfins.

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Austin A60 Cambridge 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969

Austin A60 Cambridge

In the autumn of 1961 most of the BMC models received a facelift and the A55 Cambridge MkII which had been available since early 1959 was replaced by the new A60 version, Simliar in appearance to its predecessor, the A60 featured a modified radiator grille and small tailfins, although side-flashes contrasting with the body colour provided a distinctive new look. Under the bonnet was a 1622cc engine and now also the option of an automatic gearbox. Wheelbase and track dimensions were slightly increased which improved the handling. For 1962 the A60 Cambridges and their Morris Oxford cousins were offered with a diesel version of the B-series 1489cc engine. Most of those produced were sold for export markets, where different excise duties made diesel cars a financially attractive proposition. The A60 Cambridge continued in production until 1969 by which time a total of around 276,000 had been produced.

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Austin A99 and A110 Westminster 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968

A99 & A110 Westminster

Soon after the A40 and A55 models, the new Westminster followed in July 1959. Styling followed the themes of the A55 Cambridge but the more generous proportions of the Westminster made the result more pleasing. The new Austin was fitted with a bored out 3-litre version of BMC's C-series engine complete with two SU carburettors coupled to a novel gearbox, a three speeder with overdrive on second and top. Suspension followed previous Westminster practise but there were now Lockheed front disc brakes with servo assistance. In the great BMC revamp of 1961, the Westminster became the A110, it used the same engine but came with a new twin exhaust system to give a few more bhp. There was also a new grille and revised facia. There were no Morris, Riley or MG versions of the car but for those in search of more luxury there was the better equipped Wolseley 6/99.

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Austin Seven and Mini 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969

Austin Seven and Mini

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For 1959 BMC had an almost completely new range of cars in the popular classes. The Leonard Lord programmes of rationalisation by badge engineering had been successfully introduced, and the new Farina styled designs had brought Austin and other BMC marques into the new era. The best was yet to come as on the 26th August 1959 BMC launched the Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor, two revolutionary small cars that were to change the face of motoring. Issignis's masterpiece used the existing BMC A-series engine, but to fit in the smallest possible four-seater car he turned the engine sideways and put the gearbox and final drive in the sump. There was also fully independent suspension using rubber cones. For 1959 there were only saloon models, in standard or deluxe forms and a choice of three colours for the Austins Tartan Red, Speedwell Blue or Farina Grey.

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Austin 1800 and 2200 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975

Austin 1800 and 2200

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The 1800 was not to be the hat-trick for Issigonis as the third successful front wheel drive model for Austin and BMC. There was nothing wrong with the concept of trying to redefine the large family car but unfortunately the model failed in many areas. It was intended to be powerful but was too big and too heavy and was no match for the performance orientated lightweights in the form of Ford's Cortina or Vauxhall's Victor. The model also lacked the style to compete in the growing executive car sector with competitors such as the Triumph 2000 and the Rover 2000 having a distinct advantage. BMC expected the car to sell in big numbers but it just didn't happen. There were plus points such as the superb ride comfort by virtue of Hydrolastic suspension and it was the roomiest family saloon on the market. Mark 2 from 1968 and Mark 3 from 1972. Six-cylinder 2200 from 1972 to 1975.

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Rally Alpine-Renault A110 1800 1962-1977

Alpine-Renault A110

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From its first appearance in 1962 with a 44bhp 956cc engine, the A110 survived until 1977, the most powerful of all versions appearing in 1974 with as much as 187bhp at 7,200rpm in rally form (1800cc). In 1971, a team of 1.6-litre engined Alpines won the world championship for makes in convincing manner, beating Porsche on the Monte, Lancia and Fiat in the San Remo and everyone on a hot and dusty Acropolis. One of the great rally cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

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Jaguar E-Type (XKE) Series 1 4.2 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968

E-Type Series 1 4.2

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The desire for more torque for the saloon car range led Jaguar to expand the "old faithful" XK unit from 3781 to 436cc and from October 1964 it was fitted into E-Types. The 4.2 E-Type was little different externally to its predecessor but changes had been made under the skin. Most significant of these was the new gearbox with synchromesh on all forward gears, together with a few interior improvements, making the new 4.2 E-Type more pleasurable to drive and quite literally in a class of its own.

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TVR Vixen 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973

TVR Vixen 1960s, 1970s

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Released at Earls Court in 1967 and basically a Mk IV 1800S with an engine transplant, the Vixen signalled a further advance to stability by the Lilley family. The S1 Vixen outsold the 1800S, with 117 examples between October 1967 and October 1968. When the S2 Vixen was released TVR announced 75 detail improvements, the two main ones being the new longer 2295mm wheelbase giving easier entry to the cockpit and the fact that the superstructure was no longer rigidly attached to the chassis allowing easy removal for repairs. S3 Vixens were produced between 1970 and 1972, with a total of 168 cars. The S4 was an interim model with just 23 built, using S3 body-shell and M-Type chassis.

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Aston Martin DBS 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972

Aston Martin DBS

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Styled by William Towns, the DBS was introduced in September 1967 as a 'next generation' replacement for DB6. Despite a new body, the mechanicals were basically the same as the DB6 MkII since Tadek Marek's new V8 engine, for which the DBS was prepared, was not ready in time. Some 200lbs heavier than a DB 6 Mk II, performance of the DBS inevitably suffered. Nevertheless the 140mph top speed and 0-60 in under 8 seconds could hardly be considered inadequate. Among the plus points for the DB S were a larger interior and a generally higher level of refinement. DBS production amounted to 790 cars built between October 1967 and May 1972 before being replaced by the DBS V8.

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Aston Martin DB6 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971

Aston Martin DB6

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Announced at the 1965 London Motor Show and an obvious development of the DB5, the DB6 marked the increasing trend away from the sporting side of the early Aston Martins. Clearly bigger and different, the DB6's roofline was some 2 inches higher and the rear window no longer faded away to a point as on the DB5. At a glance the most distinguishing feature was the upswept tail of the DB6. The basic 3,995cc dohc engine was retained but power steering was offered, along with a limited slip differential and also air conditioning. Automatic transmission was a no-extra-cost option and creature comforts were greatly improved over the DB5. A total 1,782 (including Volante) cars were built between October 1965 and November 1970.

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Alfa Romeo Sprint GT 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969

Alfa Romeo Sprint GT

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The first true Giulia coupe, the Sprint GT was introduced in 1963, An elegantly simple piece of work by Bertone designer Giorgio Giugiaro, its 105-series body was manufactured and assembled at the new Alfa Romeo facotry at Arese. In 1965 a four-seat convertible, the GTC was offered and later, the lightweight aluminium bodied GTA. Veloce tune came in 1966 with the Giulia GTV.

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Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971

Duetto Spider

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The Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider was released in 1966 with an engine of 1,570cc, followed two years later by the Spider 1300 using the 1,290cc engine. To some Alfa fans these new two-seaters lacked the elegance and balance of the earlier Pininfarina design, produced originally as the Giulietta Spider, but in time they became deservedly acclaimed. The original rounded tail was replaced by the chopped-off Kamm variant in 1971.

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Alfa Romeo Giulia 1962-1978

Alfa Romeo Giulia

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In 1963, Alfa Romeo replaced the Giulietta family by an even better and more attractive range, called the Giulia. Giulias were bigger, faster and more modern looking than Giuliettas, drawing on the experience and reputation built up with the original cars. The saloon as before was intended to sell in the largest numbers, while the same styling and production arrangement was reached with Bertone and Pininfarina for the coupes and open-top spiders.

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Alfa Romeo 2600 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968

Alfa Romeo 2600

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The Alfa Romeo company went back to using six-cylinder engines with the introduction of the 2600 in 1962. It featured a 2,584cc engine with an output of between 130 and 145bhp, depending on the model. The saloon was accompanied by the Sprint, designed by Bertone, the Sprint Zagato and the Spider Touring.

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Triumph 1300TC 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970

Triumph 1300TC

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Launched in the spring of 1967, the Triumph 1300TC was an interesting version of the front-wheel-drive 1300 saloon fitted with the twin-carburettor, 75bhp Spitfire 3 engine and servo brakes. Perhaps less exciting than a Vitesse, but it could manage 90mph and turn-in 30mpg. Total production was 35,342.

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Triumph 2000 Mk1 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969

Triumph 2000 Mk1

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TwinTwin-carburettor Standard Vanguard engine in a new unitary Triumph with all-synchro gearbox, servo disc/drum brakes and all-independent suspension. A competitor for the Rover 2000 with over 90mph and reasonable mpg. Optional overdrive and automatic, and estate version from October 1965. Total production 120,645.

Triumph 2000 Mk 1 - 1963-69, Triumph 2.5PI Mk 1 - 1968-69

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