HILLMAN IMP CALIFORNIAN

4-seater coupè.

Nice little plunging-roof coupè that came along after the worst bugs had been sorted out; less headroom and less luggage room, and no rear hatch. The usual 75-80mph and 45mpg, but handling can be funny in the wet, and watch for rust. Sunbeam Stiletto is the same car, but has the Sports engine and goes well.

Technical Specifications
Engine
875cc (S4 OC)
Configuration
Rear engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1968 to 1970
Number produced
see Imp/Super Imp
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