Top 10: Modified cars that became classics
Almost since the motor car first arrived, people have wanted to modify them. Whether it was more performance they were after, or something a bit more stylish, the temptation to alter the original design has always been a strong one. And things were to reach their zenith in the 1970s and 1980s when all manner of cars - whether suitable or not - were subjected to the attention of the tuners.
From high-quality engineering to wild bodykits, there really was something for everyone, and while not all were tasteful they certainly added colour to the motoring landscape. Here then is a chance to take a trip down memory lane and re-visit some of our favourites.
Words: Chris Randall
Uren Savage
Renowned tuner and saloon car racer Jeff Uren built a number of Savage-badged Cortinas, his ‘coke-bottle’ Mk3 version appearing in 1972. A 144bhp 3.0 litre V6 was shoehorned under the bonnet, and the Weslake options boosted power further still. The oh-so-‘70s vinyl roof and Rostyle wheels were standard as was uprated suspension.
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