Was the 80th "Death of American Petrolat" - part 3 (final)

I scrolled through the brochures to see if I missed anything interesting. Ford doesn't seem to have many interesting cars. Then I came across an exp. It looks like a strange combination of the Mustang and the RX-7. This car was a “sport compact” and it worked from 1982 to 1988. He shared the wheelbase and transmission with the Ford Escort, the EXP was longer, lower and more aerodynamic than its five seats.

In accordance with the first generation escort, EXP was released in the version from 1982 to 1985, which took place during the 1985 model year facelift. The model was dropped after the 1988 model year. Although not intended to replace the EXP (since it was originally designed to become the 1989 Ford Mustang), the 1989 Ford Probe would be the next front-wheel sports coupe sold by Ford. He was also called Mercury LN7.

Mercury LN7 was also front wheel drive. Almost like a front-wheel drive Fiat X1 / 9. Wait, right? 9 plus 3 - 12 minus 2 - 10. Front-wheel drive - 2-wheel. In "EXP" there are three letters.

There are four letters in Ford, 10 minus 4 - 6. There are 8 letters in Bentley; they dropped the EXP after the 88th model year. Bentley EXP 10 Speed ​​6 won a design award at Villa D & gt; Este May 26th. The Continental has a W12 engine.

Originally, the Mustang was a recycled EXP. In the EXP there were 3 models that were Standard, Luxury and Turbo. Mercury LN7 had 10 cuts in the grill, compared to EXP 2. I thought so, Ford and Bentley are confirmed by illumination ...

But in all seriousness it was a rather creepy car with a power of 120 hp. with a 1.6-liter turbocharged turbocharger. It was (like many cars on this list) very light. He weighed only 2,047 pounds.

But, like Chrysler, there was still a lot to come ...

Manufacturer: Chevrolet

So, we have the most obvious car here. (Outside Vetta), it should be here. Although it stretches what I said earlier, it also happens not because it is the IROC-Z28. It is interesting.

It is much heavier than the Mustang, from 3,086 to 3,362. Like the Mustang, he had a lot of engines. Here is a list of engines.

1982-1985: 2,5 L LQ8 / LQ9 Iron Duke I4

1982-1984: 2.8 L LC1 V6

1985-1989: 2.8 L LB8 V6

1990-1992: 3.1 liters LH0 V6

1982-1983: 5.0 L LU5 Small-Block V8

1982-1987: 5.0 L LG4 Small-Block V8

1983-1986: 5.0 L L69 Small-Block V8

1988-1992: 5.0 L LO3 Small-Block V8

1985-1992: 5.0 L LB9 Small-Block V8

1987-1992: 5.7 L L98 Small-Block V8

Like the Mustang, he had a lot of gear. Either 4, either 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic. Like the Mustang, you can get a convertible or coupe option. But there was no quick exit. The new Camaro received positive feedback on its style and handling, but was also criticized for its low power for the Camaro Z28.

But this is not the car that caught my eye.

This is a quote from Chevrolet. I know I know !!! You do not like Citation, but this is different. This is the X-11, sporty.

With improved performance, the Citation X-11 Chevrolet wanted to remind the car enthusiast that this front-wheel drive was made by the same people as the Corvette and the Camaro. They even went to the SCCA race! “SCCA classified the X-11 in the classroom Showroom Stock B. In 1981, the X-11 hit the SSB National Championships in 1982 and 1984. Impressive right?

You can get it with either a 4-speed manual transmission or a 3-speed automatic transmission. You also got a sporty suspension, a Goodyear P205 / 70R-13 tire with a white letter with rim trim and a rear spoiler.

You can also get a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Duke of Pontiac or an additional two-cylinder Chevrolet LE2 engine with a 2.8-liter V6 engine with 115 hp. (86 kW). Later in its life, Citation X-11 also received an update.

This is the fourth Monte Carlo gene, SS, weighing 3239. This weight makes it lighter than the heaviest Camaro, but not much. It had a lot of engines, so many, so I could not work to list them XD. Interestingly, in 1985 they revived the option for the T-Top. Think T-Tops were 80? He also had the Podynster Eagle GT P205 / 70R-14 tires.

In 1986, four different body styles were available. The base Sport Coupe model was still available with the same general body panels as from 1981, but the new aero side mirrors, similar to those of the 1980s Camaros and Chevrolet Corvette, were introduced.

Unfortunately, the later generations of Monte Carlo deteriorated and ended up being just the Impala coupe in 2006.

GMC had something in sleeves, though ...

Manufacturer: GMC

Cyclone! Correctly! Did you think that I would let this slide? Nope It was a Shelby Dakota competitor, shown earlier.

The Mitsubishi turbocharger and Garrett intercooler were installed on Syclone and Typhoon trucks. They were attached to a V6 engine with unique pistons, head seals, intake manifolds and exhaust manifolds. All cyclones and typhoons had a 4-speed automatic transmission. Offset rear wheel (aka power distribution). Both trucks differed in sports configurations to standard suspensions. Syclone was the first truck to receive a 4-wheel anti-lock braking system. The output signal was 280 hp and 350 pounds per square inch. Cyclone (when new) accelerated from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.3 seconds and could drive a quarter mile in 14.1 seconds at a speed of 93 miles per hour.

It was a hot little pickup. While he was born after the 80s, he still had a spirit 80 passing through his veins.

Manufacturer: Pontiac

Ah, Fiero. Some will say that it is a “poor man Ferrari”. Others might say that this is a “bad person” MR2. Whatever you thought of it, it was strange. The Fiero was conceived as a small two-seater sports car with a whole new suspension and a V6 engine. While General Motors executives and accountants were opposed to investing in a second sports car that could compete with the Corvette, they perceived the oil crisis as a market opportunity for an efficient fuel sports suburban car.

To this end, the Fiero was redesigned to use the 2.5 liter, fuel-efficient GM diesel version of the 2.5 liter Iron Duke, capable of developing 27 mpg in the United States and 40 mpg in the United States on a highway with the option to transfer savings.

Unfortunately, the Fiero is not the fastest of all small cars. But the owners are one of the most loyal ones you may encounter. This makes the diamond rough.

No, this is not the “Transok generation” and “Smokey and the Bandit”. Nevertheless, it is still an interesting car. In any case, it is really cooler than its twin Camaro.

The third generation of Firebird consists of three models: Firebird, Firebird S / E and Firebird Trans Am. Firebird was the base model equivalent to the Camaro Sport Coupe; The Firebird S / E was a luxury version; and Trans Am, the high-performance version. Although it was a heavy car compared to other cars in this article, weighing 3170 pounds. This generation of Firebird and Camaro was slower compared to their legacy; they were not bad either.

Manufacturer: AMC

Yes, while Gremlin died 2 years before the birth of the 80s, he had his own spirit. In the last year of 1978, Gremlin received a number of changes, but customers with a tougher budget could get the standard six-cylinder Gremlin base model for $ 3,400.

In the middle of the season, the GT package became available with a front spoiler and open wings, as on the 1978 AMX. GT added an aluminum trim to the dashboard, which was equipped with a 258 cu. Inches (4.2 l) I6 as standard and had its own scheme of the strip: a wide ribbon strip, outlined narrow, ran away from the front wings and expanded the rear part of the rear windows.

While many people hate this car, it is actually very good. And now it is a collector.

Subaru did it in front of Subaru! AMC preceded them by 17 years ... Let it sink in ...

It was the original Subaru 22B. The AMC Eagle was versatile, decently fast, interesting and very cool. It gives me a glimpse of the Road kill machine. Now (fortunately) this happened with a clear number of engines. Here is a list.

150 cu in (2.5 L) AMC I4

151 cu. Inch (2.5 L) GM Iron Duke I4

258 cu. Inches (4.2 L) AMC I6

219 cu. Inches (3.6 L) turbocharged diesel VM I6

You can choose between 4-speed or 5-speed mechanics. You can get a 3-speed automatic ... But that was just for the turbo diesel.

In 1981, AMC launched the Eagle SX / 4 and Kammback; These were the 4x4 versions of the AMC Spirit. The spirit itself was a revised AMC Gremlin with large rear quarter windows. The SX / 4 is smaller than the Concord-based Eagles, weighed 3.033 pounds - 230 pounds less - and got better mileage with an automatic. Griffith made a limited number of Eagle and Concord "Sundancer" cabriolets, with a fixed Targa band, removable T-shaped tops and a rear cover with rear suspension.

In 1982, the Eagles could be switched from four-wheel drive to rear-wheel drive with the help of Select Drive. It was a less complex system, but it was less expensive. Drivers had to stop the car in order to move it, but it was not necessary to leave the car in order to use the fingertip control lever. He retained a controlled slip differential and allowed some increase in gas mileage in the rear wheel mode.

Like many other cars on this list, they drove along with it. Gene and Gary Henderson defeated Eagle SX / 4 (née Spirit) in the SCCA Pro Rally. Unfortunately, after the Eagle (and very badly the Eagle SX / 4), AMC was killed.

Now, we are going to stop by the 80s people to remember. Things like Dodge Mirada, Aries K, Celebrity, Cavalier, etc., etc., etc.

Disclaimer I do not say that I do not like these cars, but these are some of the cars that scoff, and usually say that the reason is why the 80s were terrible.

In addition, there are two cars on one manufacturer, because it’s harder to tell people that they were good than bad. Without further delay, let me enter it.

Manufacturer: Dodge

Ah, Diplomat, with his interesting diplomacy, he handled the 80s in a stylish way, for example, walking through the streets in a suit with a top hat. Starting from the 1977 model year, Diplomat became a complete model line, and not as the name of a particular body style. It was a longer, more attractive version of the F-body Aspen. The chassis and mechanical components are identical, and the doors and various other body panels are interchangeable. He also had three engines, 225 cub. Inches (3.7 L) Slant 6 I6, 318 cu. Inches (5.2 l) LA V8 and 360 cu. Inches (5.9 L) LA V8 and many gears.

4 Speed ​​A833 Grip

3-speed automatic A727

3 - automatic A904

3 - automatic machine A999

Unfortunately, people only see it as a grandfather.

Aries, a car that gets more hatred, then it really deserves. Reliant replaced Plymouth Volaré / Road Runner. Aries replaced Dodge Aspen. Despite the fact that the internal volume of Reliant and compact car are similar in appearance, and six passenger seats cover it with an average design from the EPA. This is very good for a small car.

In 1981, Reliant and The Aries sold 150,000 units. Like many of the 80s arguments, it was very easy. It was only 2300 pounds. By comparison, Lotus Evora weighs 3049 pounds ... Do you need some time?

Do you need another comparison? Nb miata. 2,348 pounds.

Falling into ... Still plunging ... And yet, even with that. People are still making fun of this car.

Manufacturer: Ford

Pinto, which is known for its explosive rear end, is called the “most dangerous car in the world.” My grandmother even had this car. Is it really a bad car? No, why? If it made him the most dangerous car in the world, we included the Ferrari 458 Italia (for the same reasons). We would have included Pagani. I could go on. But you understand.

As with the Chevette, this car was a lightweight of 2,015–2,270 pounds. It was also associated with the Mustang II. This is a shame that we do not see in these races around Laguna Seka.

Ford LTD Crown Victoria - In 1979, the name of the Crown Victoria was revived by Ford (from the original 1955-56 version of the Fairlane coupe high row) for the upper trim section of the Ford LTD, replacing LTD Landau. These cars had tarma, like a chrome strip across the roof, usually paired with Landau's vinyl roof. While the chrome band was unique to Crown Victoria LLC, vinyl roofing was a common option for its colleagues Lincoln Mercury, Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car. The car was available in Coupe, Sedan and Station Wagon bodies until 1987. This (unlike many cars) received only two engines and one gear.

Both engines were V8, and you could only get 4 speeds. Although they are still used, they are used only as passengers.

Manufacturer: Chevrolet

Chevrolet Celebrity, while I made a disclaimer before. I don't like this car, but instead of hating it, I'm going to give you some information. Chevrolet Celebrity was based on a front-wheel drive A-body platform, divided into Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera and Pontiac 6000.

GM used the name “Celebrities” as a body style design on the pillars of the Oldsmobile Sedans in the 1960s. This car was also front wheel drive and basically has V6 engines with one of them I4. He even had a variant of Eurosport. No one gives this car a second life in life.

Shevett, far from the real Vetta. You can not be mistaken with a pet. Although there is nothing to worry about, since it is not Vette. (sort of? I thought it was very good).

The Chevette is a lightweight car weighing just 2035 pounds. It had three engines, although they were all four cylinders. Initially, the Chevette was only available as a two-door hatchback with a 1.4 liter OHV or 1.6 LOHC gasoline engine with four engines. Engines rated from 53 to 60 horsepower behind the wheel of the rear wheels. A four-speed manual transmission was standard, and a three-speed automatic transmission was optional.
Together with others. This is a question of ridicule.

Manufacturer: Buick

Buick Electra, no! This is not an electric car. (Although you will be forgiven, thinking to give a name). The electra you see here is the sixth generation. This car comes with only three V6 engines and a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Unlike many cars in this article, however, this is not the light. It weighs from 3,300 to 3,600 pounds. Oh! You can also get a coupe. The long name Electra was dropped from the Buick line at the end of the 1990 model year.

Since 1991, Park Avenue has become an excellent model instead of a trim design, as it has been in the past. However, not a terrible car.

Buick Century, a car that didn't last half a century. This car had only V6, with the exception of two I4. It was a coupe, sedan and body styles. It had two 4-speed automatic transmissions and a 3-speed automatic transmission. Century received a facelift in 1989. He changed the body a little. He was given a more rounded roofline, but nothing was sharp.

I think it would be very interesting to see this update and then use it as a taxi. (Considering the fact that many 80 cars have a plush ride).

Manufacturer: Chrysler

5th Avenue, a car with a class, style and I did not like. "This car is such a grandfather-car." You also have two engines - A 5.2 L LA V8, he also had 225 cubic meters. Inches (3.7 L) I6. He also had two 3-speed automatics. It would also make an interesting taxi driver, or maybe a Uber car. In any case, this car has great potential.

Fifth Avenue far exceeds its Dodge Diplomat and Plymouth Grand Fury brothers, with a much higher proportion of sales going to private customers with a higher price. Production peaked at 118,000 cars in 1986, and Fifth Avenue is currently standing out as part of the K-¬car dominant line, since Chrysler is the only concession to traditional American RWD sedans.

Despite the fact that on F-th Avenue, M-body requires a trained look to be noticed, for six years there have been several.

Yes, Chrysler made the E-Class, which should not be confused with the Mercedes version.
Although the Chrysler E-Class is a luxury car. When I was searched and found on Wikipedia, it was pointed out that it was related to the Dodge 600. You might be wondering: “What's so interesting about that?”

Look at the E-class. It looks like a more luxurious Lancer. Almost, this is the E-body. While Lancer is an H-body. An interesting little fact is it? The Chrysler E - Class was an average car. Introduced in 1983 on the stretched version of the Chrysler K platform, the E-Class was a less expensive, less equipped version of the similar 1983 New Yorker.

It was aimed at those who wanted the luxury of Chrysler at a more affordable price than the flagship resident of New York. For this reason, the E-Class is a replacement for the 1981 Newport, which was previously a cheaper and simpler version of Chrysler's New Yorker.

The original E-Class was called “Grand LeBaron”. However, Chrysler decided to call it “E-Class” in relation to the new E-platform.

Ironically, it looks like the Chrysler LeBaron GTS. (LeBaron is actually based on Lancer). I guess Chrysler got the name LeBaron on the sedan. In any case, it will be forgotten. Never use its potential.

Manufacturer: Lincoln

This is followed by the Lincoln Continental Mark VII. Long right? Pretty beautiful car! However, this is not an easy car weighing 3,748 pounds.

To present this in perspective, the Challenger V6 weighs just under 4,000 pounds. In any case, this car had two engines - A 4.9cc (302 cubic inch) Windsor V8 and 2.4cc (149 cubic inch) BMW M21 TD I6. (I think the I6 is interesting). He also (unsurprisingly) had two 4-speed automatics.

Континентальный Марк VII, позже сокращенный до Марка VII, представляет собой роскошное купе с задним приводом, которое было произведено Линкольном. В августе 1983 года в 1984 году Continental Mark VII поделился своей платформой с Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Cougar и Lincoln Continental (платформа Ford Fox от кодового названия первой программы с использованием платформы).

Могу я просто добавить, некоторые из транспортных средств в этом списке прошли через более чем 3 фабрики ... Поговорите о пустой трате долларов налогоплательщиков. Помимо этого, мы никогда не увидим модифицированную версию, сделанную в идеальном крейсере.

Наш второй в этом бренде - Линкольн Версаль, еще одно длинное название, а также длинный автомобиль. Lincoln Versailles - это компактный роскошный автомобиль, который был продан подразделением Lincoln компании Ford Motor Company. Революционный вариант Mercury Monarch и Ford Granada, Lincoln Versailles был продан с 1977 по 1980 год.

Он также тяжелый, довольно тяжелый, весом в 3827-3915 фунтов.

В середине 1970-х годов подразделение Lincoln Ford купило для расширения своего модельного ряда по нескольким причинам. По сравнению с четырьмя отдельными линиями роскоши, предлагаемыми Cadillac и тремя предложенными Chrysler (включая Imperial), Линкольн предложил только две отличные модели в 1975 году.

В то время как продажи крупных автомобилей класса люкс продолжали расти после нефтяного кризиса 1973 года, его влияние привело к росту импортных автомобилей. Хотя это, возможно, не очень хорошо, тогда у него может быть потенциал.

Вы, вероятно, задаетесь вопросом, что моя точка зрения во всем этом. Я собираюсь объяснить и прекратить мучить вас историей ...

Ты видишь. 80 (как я сказал в далеком начале) либо ненавидят, либо разочаровываются. В большинстве случаев, не по уважительным причинам, таким как «Неправильный колесный диск» # 39; или «Уродливые квадратные коробки», что-то в этом роде.

Посмотрите на Buick Electra, вырежьте заднюю часть крыши, откройте сундук, и у вас есть Ute. Подумайте об этом, на базе кобальта SS Buick Electra Ute. Или даже LS с электроприводом Electra Ute или гоночный автомобиль Dodge Shadow, который не используется для гонок на гонках.

Возможности этих автомобилей больше, чем вы думаете. Кто-нибудь из вас видел новую машину доставки Pizza Hut? Это искру Chevrolet с духовкой в ​​нем. Это могло бы быть удобным Линкольн Версаль с духовкой в ​​спине. Этот автомобиль охлаждается по улице без гангстерского стиля.

Просто верхом в стиле, доставляя пиццу и больше пиццы, тогда Spark мог бы справиться с этим.

Или возьмите Chevette и превратите его в идеальное транспортное средство для трюков. Американские автомобили не ужасны. Они создают холст для воображения, с которым можно столкнуться. Это не займет много времени, чтобы превратить этих забытых зверей в нечто удивительное.

Поэтому, пожалуйста, прекратите ненависть и используйте свое воображение, чтобы сделать все, что захотите. Ралли автомобиль, такси вы называете это!