history Ford Taunus 17 M (P3)

Because of its shape it was also named ŽbathtubeŽ - click for enlargement!
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German version

Ford Taunus 17 M
Motor in-line-four cylinder engine
displacement1498 cm³
max. power40 kW (55 HP)
rated speed4250 rpm
powertrainFront Engine with Rear Drive
transmissionThree Speed
fully synchronised
BrakesDrums
consumptionapprox. 8 l/100 km
Max. Speedapprox. 130 km/h
Manufactured1960 - 1964
Sales Priceapprox. 7200,- DM
VersionsTS-Version with 51,5/55 kW
three-doors van-like
FeaturesDisc-brakes in front starting in 1972
Start-automatic
ExtrasFour Speed
Semi-automatic
backing up light