Hillman Imp
Overview
| Produced: |
1963-1976, 440032 produced. ((all Imp models)) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon, 2 doors, 4 seats
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The Rootes group launched its answer to the BMC Mini in 1963, the rear engined Hillman Imp. The Imp was quickly "badge engineered" into Singer and Sunbeam derivatives including some pretty "fastback" models. The standard car used a two door bodyshell with a novel opening rear window/hatch, all Imp's were built in a brand new factory built in Glasgow with government grants.
Power for these small saloons came from a an all-alloy engine developed from a Coventry-Climax unit. Despite only having 875cc the Imp engine provided plenty of power and was matched to an equally good gearbox. Despite some early teething problems the Imp range remained in production until 1976. Practical Classics Spring 2005 - Featuring Buyers Guide Hillman Imp. Click Here to view our shop.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 875cc | S4 OHC | Hillman Imp engine | 68mm x 60.375mm | 10 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Solex | 1 | (30 Piht carb) |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | R/R | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | - | |
| Suspension | Front | - |
| Rear | - | |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80mph | 25.4s | 45mpg | 42bhp @5000 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | Drum |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | Track | Length | Width | Weight (CWT) |
Turning Circle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | |||||
| 6' 10" | 4' 1.1" | 3' 11.9" | 11' 7" | 5' 0.25" | 30' | |
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 4 | 2 |
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £175 | £675 | £1300 | 26-Oct-06 |
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Books | |
 Cars Of The Rootes Group
£24.95   |
 HILLMAN Imp 1967 Shop manual
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 Rootes Maestros "In their own words"
£34.95 |
 Remembering Rootes Volume 2
£19.95 |
Magazine Back Issues | |
 Practical Classics Spring 2005 - Featuring Buyers Guide Hillman Imp
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