AMV8 1972 to 1989
AMV8 Saloon
Production dates; April 1972 - October 1989
The series 1 was initially built with fuel injection to improve the chances of passing US emission standards. In 1973, series 2 cars were fitted with Weber downdraft 42DCNF Carburettors, which improved torque and complied with the US regulations. It had significant changes visually over its predecessor the DBSV8, including a restyled nose that incorporated a distinctive 2 Headlamp arrangement with a square mesh grille. By the end of Production in 1989, five series of this car had been produced with the final version having Weber fuel injection, again to comply with ever stricter US emission requirements.
Specification
Engine: 90 degree DOHC V8, 5340cc
Transmission: 5 speed ZF manual or 3 speed Chrysler Automatic
Suspension:
Front: Independent wishbone suspension incorporating an anti-roll bar, helical coil springs and large diameter Telescopic shock absorbers.
Rear: De-Dion tube, Watts linkage and trailing links incorporating telescopic shock absorber units. coil springs
Brakes: Four ventilated discs, inboard mounted at the rear. Twin Servo assisted, Independent hydraulic systems, tandem master cylinder and pressure limiting to the rear brakes.
Overall length: 15' 9'' (470cm)
Wheelbase: 8' 6 3/4'' (261cm)
Height: 4' 4'' (133cm)
Width: 6' (183cm)
Weight: 4008lb (1818kg)
Top Speed: 146 mph
0-60 mph 6.6 secs, 0-100 mph 16 secs.
V8 Volante
Production dates; June 1978 - 1989
By 1978, few new open top cars were being built anywhere in the world. But persistent demand was demonstrated by the escalation of the price of second-hand DB6 Volantes and the American market was wide open, as by then the American industry had stopped manufacturing convertibles.
The V8 Volante announced on 21st June 1978, was therefore assured a warm welcome. Its specification follows the contemporary V8 saloon, but was ahead in having polished burr walnut trim and a re-designed bonnet.
The hood was power operated as before and was fully lined for insulation.
Specification
Engine: 90 degree DOHC V8, 5340cc
Transmission: 5 speed ZF manual or 3 speed Chrysler Automatic
Suspension:
Front: Independent wishbone suspension incorporating an anti-roll bar, helical coil springs and large diameter Telescopic shock absorbers.
Rear: De-Dion tube, Watts linkage and trailing links incorporating telescopic shock absorber units. coil springs
Brakes: Four ventilated discs, inboard mounted at the rear. Twin Servo assisted, Independent hydraulic systems, tandem master cylinder and pressure limiting to the rear brakes.
Overall length: 15' 9'' (470cm)
Wheelbase: 8' 6 3/4'' (261cm)
Height: 4'6'' (137cm)
Weight: 4100lb (1860kg)
Top Speed: 135 mph
0-60 mph 6.6 secs, 0-100 mph 16 secs.