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The Borgward Isabella was manufactured between 1954 and 1962. Initially the car was badged, like its predecessor, as the Hansa 1500, but cars produced after 1957 bore the ‘Isabella’ name after Borgwards wife. The early cars enjoyed an enthusiastic reception in the market place. Unfortunately early models were afflicted by teething troubles, reflecting a rushed development schedule. The Isabella was constructed without a separate chassis, applying the monocoque technique which during the 1950s was becoming the norm. Like its predecessor, the car was designed with a modern three box form, but the line of the Isabella was more curvaceous than that of the first Hansa, and the car’s body made greater use of chrome trim. The Isabella featured a swing axel at the back: it was supported by coil springs on all four wheels. The four cylinder 1493 cc engine had a claimed power output of 60 bhp (45 kW), and was connected by means of a then innovative hydraulic clutch to the four speed full synchromesh gear box. Gear changes were effected by means of a column mounted lever. A year after presenting the saloon, Borgward presented the Isabella estate version. The two door cabriolet was introduced in 1955 known as the Isabella TS and featuring a more powerful 75 bhp (56 kW) motor; converting an early monocoque design to a cabriolet necessitated considerable modification in order to achieve the necessary structural rigidity, and the resulting cost was reflected in a much higher selling price for this version. Toy safety, manufacturer’s minimum age – 14 years.
Продуктът е добавен в каталога на 18/03/2010
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