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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1968
Page
4
The American motor industry plans a new class of car smaller and cheaper than Detroit models but larger than imports. Jerry M. Flint reports from the New York Times News Service on the impending shift in the auto market.
Leonard Ward surveys forthcoming Ford and Holden models as car makers push safety features and longer wheelbases for 1968 to 1970. The piece notes Ford's plans for smaller engines and transmissions, longer cars like a longer wheelbase Holden, and comparison with Fairlane Maverick and foreign rivals. It mentions assembly details, code names, and wage/ tax factors shaping the market while highlighting the Holden Brougham as a quiet luxury option.
The article analyzes GM-Holden's Monaro GTS 327 and introduces the Brougham variant. It notes luxury features, optional air conditioning, power windows, and a 4.0 to 6.0 liter range engine with a smooth automatic transmission. The test drives describe ride comfort, handling, and interior refinement, contrasting strengths with weight and pricing details.
Provisional results show Roberts Osborne Holden HK V8 in first, 45 points ahead of rivals. John Kerat ind and Peter Meyer Volvo 1425 follow, with multiple divisions seeing retirements and minor delays as crews navigate navigational and mechanical issues. Postponed rounds tie to Craven hillcumby series. dates adjusted to September 22 and October 13 27.
Vehicle data lists V-8 ahy with stroke 3.2Sins and price of one hundred litres. Braking is four wheel hydraulic with Powerglide two speed auto. Torque 001b ft at 2400 rpm. Transmission details include rear axle limits and column energy absorber. Overall length 192.1 in, wheelbase Alin, weight 29 cwt. Fuel tank capacity 165 gallons.
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