Chrysler (Europe)

Chrysler (Europe)
CHRYSLER SUNBEAM

3-door 4-seater hatchback.

Rapidly developed hatchback model, Linwood-built, on shortened (by 3ins) Avenger floorpan and suspension. Additional bottom-of-the-line engine was stretched Hillman Imp unit. For enthusiasts, nicest version of all was the limited production Ti, complete with twin-Weber Avenger Tiger 'homologation special' 1.6-litre engine. Rebadged as Talbot for 1980, built to '81 before Linwood closed.

Technical Specifications
Engine
928cc (S4 OC), 1295cc/1598cc (S4 OHV)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1977 to 1979
Number produced
104,547 in UK
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