12 Austin Metro 1.0L (1980)
Austin Metro 1.0L (1980-97) Engine 998cc S4 OHV Tr. Production 2,078,218 (includes Rover 100)
Registration Number MPB 909 W
AUSTIN SET
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introduced the Austin mini Metro. It was intended as a big brother, rather than as a replacement, for the Mini, Some of the Mini's underpinnings were carried over into the Metro, namely the 998 cc and 1275 cc A-Series engines, much of the front-wheel drivetrain and four-speed manual gearbox, and suspension subframes. The Metro used the Hydragas suspension system found on the Allegro but without front to rear interconnection. The hatchback body shell was one of the most spacious of its time and this was a significant factor in its popularity. Initially, the Metro was sold as a three-door hatchback.
This car was affectionately known in the press as the courting car and was the property of Lady Diana Spencer later to become her Royal highness the Princess of Wales, during her early relationship with HRH Prince Charles.
The Austin Mini metro remained in Lady Diana's possesion until June 1981 and is reputed to have conveted some well known passengers.
Shot 11:04:2012 at Coventry Transport Museum during a special display of Royal Cars to commemorate the Golden Jubiler of HM the Queen Ref: 84-012
12 Austin Metro 1.0L (1980)
Austin Metro 1.0L (1980-97) Engine 998cc S4 OHV Tr. Production 2,078,218 (includes Rover 100)
Registration Number MPB 909 W
AUSTIN SET
www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623759808208...
introduced the Austin mini Metro. It was intended as a big brother, rather than as a replacement, for the Mini, Some of the Mini's underpinnings were carried over into the Metro, namely the 998 cc and 1275 cc A-Series engines, much of the front-wheel drivetrain and four-speed manual gearbox, and suspension subframes. The Metro used the Hydragas suspension system found on the Allegro but without front to rear interconnection. The hatchback body shell was one of the most spacious of its time and this was a significant factor in its popularity. Initially, the Metro was sold as a three-door hatchback.
This car was affectionately known in the press as the courting car and was the property of Lady Diana Spencer later to become her Royal highness the Princess of Wales, during her early relationship with HRH Prince Charles.
The Austin Mini metro remained in Lady Diana's possesion until June 1981 and is reputed to have conveted some well known passengers.
Shot 11:04:2012 at Coventry Transport Museum during a special display of Royal Cars to commemorate the Golden Jubiler of HM the Queen Ref: 84-012