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| Years Made | 1971-1985 |
| Body Types | convertible, coupe |
| Number Made | 25,436/15,304/66,298 |
| Engine Options | 2,746cc 86x788mm/3,499cc 92x65.8mm/4,520cc 92x85mm, 6/8 cyl DOHC/OHC |
| Max Power | 185 bhp at 6,000 rpm/ 200 bhp at 5,800 rpm/225 bhp at 5,000 rpm |
| Max Speed | 127/130 /134 mph |
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