Hatch Heaven

The fornt-wheel drive 1981 Talbot Horizon 1.5GL had a modified camshaft to improve engine torque and chafe the gear ratios to give effortless acceleration and uncanny fuel economy. At 56 MPH, it achived  51.4 MPG.

Standard features included push button radio, quartz clock, adjustable front seats, head restraints, remote control driver’s door mirror, halogen headlamps, tailgate wash/wipe and a unique “Econometer” which told you at a glance your maximum economy at a given speed.

1980 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus had a 2.2 litre Lotus engine linked to a 5-speed gearbox. It had an output of 150 BHP and accelerated from 0-60 in 8 seconds, with a top speed of 150 MPH. It had room for four passengers and with the rear seats folded down, it had an amazing 42.7 cubic feet of luggage space.

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.