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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1976
Page
2
NHIS notes a trend away from compact cars as many Australians seek larger vehicles for comfort safety and space. Ford GM and Chrysler push locally built models to meet demand, with Ford planning a 1966 LTD and Fairlane lines while imports fill remaining interest.
Ford plans a bigger Marquis to claw back luxury car market share from GMH and Holden. Since 1966 imports and locally assembled large cars have fallen, with Rambler the only other maker left and Ford, GMH, and Holden expanding heavy models. The Marquis, priced at 10 077 dollars, undercuts the Caprice by about 1600 while offering two versions and enhanced space and features.
Lancia introduces a new Gamma luxury lightweight car with a 2.5 litre four cylinder engine, front wheel drive, and 140 horsepower. It features five speed gearbox independent suspension and low fuel use. Australia market entry planned with sedan and two door coupe options.
The Marquis differs from the Fairlane 500 mainly in trim and equipment while sharing mechanics. The Marquis adds air conditioning, power features, leather not included, and a luxury focus with a new body and interior design. It offers spacious six passenger comfort, substantial luggage capacity, and strong highway performance with high fuel consumption.
A reading of the Ford Fairlane Marquis lists price from 10077 dollars and 284 BHP with 0 100 kmh in 9.8 seconds. It covers engine specs OHV V8 5.8 litres, three speed auto, four wheel brakes, power options, air conditioning, tinted glass, and interior measurements such as front headroom and rear legroom. Boot measures and turning circle noted, along with fuel economy around 14 mpg and tank capacity 17.5 gallons.
The Triumph TR7 from Leyland has sold over 50 million dollars in North America since its April 1975 federalised launch. The European version, freer of US safety limits, went on sale in France, Belgium, Holland, and Britain. The TR7 features an all steel monocoque shell, 1998cc Dolomite four cylinder engine, and 0-100 km/h in 9.4 seconds.
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