Nissan Prairie : 1985

1985 Nissan Prairie

Could this 1985 Nissan Prairie be any uglier? Some might ask this but I think it’s awkward profile could make it something interesting to have.

This vehicle was all about space, and luxury – according to Nissan. The roof line is 8″ higher than a typical car and the load platform is only 17″ from the ground. There are no central door pillars and the rear doors slide back to leave a clear open space. Even the seat belts are built-in to the front does to create more space. The interior is not only spacious, it is infinitely flexible. The rear seats recline, just like the front ones, or fold forward to give a cavernous storage space four feet high and five feet long. Or you can fold all the seats flat into a double bed for overnight camping.

The Prairie has a highly efficient lightweight OHC engine, with either 1.5 liters or a 1.8 liter (which had a top speed of 100 MPH), depending on the level of performance you want. Both engines are fitted transversely to give even more space and drive the front wheels though a five speed overdrive gearbox for outstanding economy and safe, sure handling. The high level of equipment included push-button radio, heat-reflecting glass, quartz clock, remote control for door mirrors and tailgate and petrol flaps, all standard. There was even a new “Anniversary II” model, with extra luxury items such as electric windows. Lastly, it came with a 100,000 mile/3-year warranty and a 6-year body warranty.

(image #2 source: John Lloyd).

1985 Nissan Prairie

1985 Nissan Prairie

Published on October 24, 2011 10:12 am.
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Nissan Praire Joy : 1996

1996 Nissan Praire Joy

The 1996 Nissan Praire Joy 5-door hatchback is one more nasty looking vehicle from this period. This one was sold in Japan. (image source: John Lloyd).

1996 Nissan Praire Joy

Nissan Praire Joy logo

 

Published on October 21, 2011 6:15 pm.
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Audi A2 : 2011

2011 Audi A2 concept

The 2011 Audi A2 electric only powertrain premium-class concept shows us the future of electric mobility at the 64th International Motor Show in Frankfurt in 2011. It has a flat interior floorboard, next phase in LED technology, known as matrix beam and a red bar of light flows forward from the tail lights when braking and demonstrates the strength of the brakes intuitively for other road users.

2011 Audi A2 concept

Published on September 2, 2011 2:59 pm.
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Vauxhall Cavalier SRI : 1989

1989 Vauxhall Cavalier SRI

From what I can tell, the 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier SRI 5-door hatchback had a poor reputation, but as usual, the advertising proudly promoted the road holding and handling from powerful engines.

1989 Vauxhall Cavalier SRI

Published on August 9, 2011 9:59 pm.
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Talbot Horizon Silver Fox : 1985

1985 Talbot Horizon Silver Fox

The Talbot Horizon Silver Fox sold for £5,199. It had a 1442cc engine that achieved 51.4 mpg at a steady 56 mph. It had distinctive duo-tone paintwork in Fox Grey and Silver. The interior offers push button radio and seat fabric in light and dark grey fabric. It had stylish alloy wheels and was topped off with a glass sunroof.

1985 Talbot Horizon Silver Fox

Published on August 7, 2011 11:05 pm.
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Kia Rio 5 : 2012

2012 Kia Rio 5

It’s not too often I speak highly of Kia, but their recent shift in product improvements (across the board) has impressed me so greatly that I felt compelled to comend them, particularly on the 2012 Kia Rio 5 hatchback.

2012 Kia Rio 5

 

2012 Kia Rio 5

Published on August 6, 2011 11:20 pm.
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Mazda2 Capella : 2004

2004 Mazda2 Capella

Like the Mazda2 Antares, the 2004 Mazda2 Capella the same comfortable surroundings, but with a bit more sophistication and style. An already high level of equipment was increased even further with electric front and rear windows, and for those winter mornings, the electric exterior mirrors are heated as well. Outside, distinctive 15″ alloy wheels give the Mazda2 Capella a unique look with a confidence stance that alludes to the excellent driving dynamics. The chrome tailpipe added the perfect finishing touch. More on Mazda.

2004 Mazda2 Capella

Published on July 9, 2011 10:12 am.
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Mazda GLC : 1979

1979 Mazda GLC

Two classics from Mazda, with the 5-door Mazda GLC in white and the 3-door Mazda GLC hatchback in blue.

1979 Mazda GLC

Published on July 8, 2011 11:05 pm.
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Saab 99 EMS : 1978

1978 Saab 99 EMS

The 1978 Saab 99 EMS’ guts, engine, transmission, front wheel drive, disc brakes, etc enabled it to beat the BMW 320i in 10 out of 11 performance categories.

1978 Saab 99 EMS

Published on May 14, 2011 10:35 pm.
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Plymouth Horizon : 1978

1978 Plymouth Horizon

1978 front-wheel drive Plymouth Horizon started at $3,706 and came with standard features like front bucket seats, AM radio, whitewall radial tires, rack and pinion steering and front disc brakes. But best of all, it got 27 mpg city and 41 mpg hwy.

1978 Plymouth Horizon

Published on May 6, 2011 11:01 pm.
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Peugeot 104s : 1980

1980 Peugeot 104s

The 1980 Peugeot 104s luxury 5-door sports hatchback was powered by a 1360 cc aluminum alloy engine with twin choke carburetor. It’s top speed was around the 100 mph mark and reached 0-60 in just over 10 seconds. It had four wheel independent suspension with front and rear anti-roll bars which made the ride comfortable but swift. The dual circuit power assisted brakes with front discs gave it the assurance of positive, safe braking.

From the outside, the 104S distinguished itself from the crowd with its crisp aerodynamic lines, wide aluminum alloy wheels and racing color paint finish with contrasting sports body stripes and matt black trim.

The inside “sporty” feeling continued with black cloth upholstery trimmed with red or blue stripes and the reclining front seats were fitted with matching head restraints. Electric front windows and tinted glass were all standard, as was the quartz digital clock, radio console and modern touch button controls. All that in a package that gave you 24.5 cu. ft of space with the rear seats folded down.

1980 Peugeot 104s

Published on May 5, 2011 10:19 pm.
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Lancia Delta : 1987

1987 Lancia Delta

1987 Lancia Delta accelerated from 0-60 in 7.9 seconds and reached 126 mph. It had alloy wheels, electric front windows, sliding steel sunroof and could be had for under £6,500.

1987 Lancia Delta

Published on May 4, 2011 9:40 pm.
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Citroen GSA : 1980

1980 Citroen GSA

The 1980 Citroen GSA had something that was unique to Citroen: hydropneumatic, self-leveling suspension. Instantly, when a blow-out occurs, this system compensates for the shift in the balance of the car, so it could be steered and driven almost as though nothing had happened. This 5-door hatchback had a 1300 cc engine and was mated to a 5-speed gearbox making it capable of 100 mph.

1980 Citroen GSA

Published on May 2, 2011 9:37 pm.
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Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 “Martini 5″ : 1992

1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 “Martini 5″

This 1992 Lancia Delta Integrale is #136 of 400 Martini 5 special edition models produced and come to us via BaT, who always have the most unique and rare rides on the web. The Martini 5 series was released in the summer of 1992 after Lancia won the Rallye World Championship for a fifth time. Even the decals are just classic. Not sure how long this car will be available, or on the web to view, but to see more, visit this Picasa album.

1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 “Martini 5″

1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 “Martini 5″

1992 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 1 “Martini 5″

Published on April 29, 2011 5:59 pm.
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Skoda Favorit : 1990

1990 Skoda Favorit.

The guild of Motoring Writers rated the 1990 Skoda Favorit as one of the top ten cars of 1990. It was designed by Bertone of Italy, with British and German engineering input. This 5-door hatchback offered 5 gears and a 1300cc engine. It had a two-year unlimited warranty, got 53.3 mpg and sold for as little as £4,997.

1990 Skoda Favorit.

Published on April 20, 2011 9:46 pm.
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