Austin de Luxe

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Austin de Luxe
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1975 Austin de Luxe
Overview
Manufacturer Authi (British Leyland)
Production19741975
Designer Pininfarina /Alec Issigonis
Body and chassis
Class Mid-size
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout FF layout
Related BMC ADO16

The Austin de Luxe is a family car that was produced by Authi at its Pamplona plant between 1974 and 1975. [1] [2]

The car was styled by Pininfarina, and based on the chassis and various other components of the Austin/Morris 1100. Yet unusually was powered by a 55 hp 998cc BMC A-Series engine identical to the 998 Mini Cooper with the exception for having only one SU carburettor amongst other things.

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References

  1. Adams, Keith (2 October 2011). "Austin de Luxe". AROnline. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
  2. "Detailed specs review of 1974 Authi Austin De Luxe offered since February 1974 for Europe Spain". www.automobile-catalog.com. Retrieved 20 May 2022.