1970
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August
111 2 000 002

1302 Introduced.

Revised front bodywork; wings and bonnet changed, fuel tank moved back. Under dash area changed to accomodate fuel tank.

MacPherson strut suspension replaces torsion bars on standard models.

Rear suspension changed to semi trailing arm with double jointed axles (also known as IRS).

Jack storage relocated to underneath back seat next to the battery.

Flow through ventilation introduced with cresent shaped vents behind rear windows.

Engine changes include introduction of the dual port 1600 engine, 1300 engine gets dual port heads and 'doghouse' style revised cooling system.

Cooling vents in decklid for larger engine.

Headlights switch off with ignition (parking lights stay on).

Computer diagnosis plug added in engine bay, along with extra wiring for testing.

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