Iso Varedo
Motor vehicle
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The Iso Varedo was a concept car produced by Italian car manufacturer Iso Autoveicoli S.p.A. in 1972 styled by Ercole Spada.[1] It was unveiled at the 1972 Turin Motor Show. Only one Varedo was ever built. It currently resides at the Sarasota Classic Car Museum in Florida.[2] An AMC AMX/3 chassis formed the technical basis for the 1972 Iso Varedo concept.
| Iso Varedo | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Iso Autoveicoli S.p.A. |
| Production | 1972 |
| Designer | Ercole Spada |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door coupe |
| Layout | MR Layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 5762cc (5.7L) Ford 351 Cleveland V8 |
| Power output | 325 bhp (242 kW, 329 PS) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,125 mm (162.4 in) |
| Width | 1,930 mm (76.0 in) |
| Height | 1049 mm (41.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 1200 kg (2,645 lbs) |
Performance
The Varedo is powered by a mid-mounted 351 cubic inches (5.7L) Ford 351 Cleveland V8 making 325 bhp (242 kW). Power is driven to the rear wheels through a ZF 5-speed manual transmission.[3] The Varedo also used a full fiberglass body in order to save weight.[4]