Lot details Registration No: GYV930W Chassis No: SOR12266
Launched at the October 1978 Birmingham Motor Show, the Fourth Series or Oscar India V8 (Oscar India being AM factory 'shorthand' for October Introduction) sported a re-profiled 'power bulge' bonnet, subtly integrated rear lip spoiler and GKN alloy wheels. Little changed beneath its aluminium skin, the model utilised the same independent coil-sprung front suspension, De Dion rear axle, four-wheel disc brakes and power assisted rack and pinion steering as its predecessors. Predominantly allied to three-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission, the Tadek Marek designed 5340cc DOHC V8 engine was fed via quad Weber carburettors. Thus equipped, Autocar magazine found the Oscar India to be capable of 146mph and 0-60mph in 7.2 seconds. Cementing its Grand Tourer credentials, the fixed-head boasted a revised interior complete with leather headlining and burr walnut dashboard / door cappings. An occasional four-seater, the Oscar India V8 remained in production for seven and half years during which time just 291 are thought to have been made.
Finished in Dark Blue with Tan leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "very good" condition with regard to its engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Though, he does note "one dent to the rear" and the need for "a replacement ignition lock". Riding on alloy wheels, 'GYV 930W' is apparently accompanied by "a folder showing extensive history".
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