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Avanti: the American Alternative to European Sports Cars

Avanti Motors the maker of Avanti catalytic converter can trace its roots back to the year 1962 when the first Avanti, which was at that time a product of the legendary Studebaker auto manufacturer, was launched.

The present Avanti is more of a modern tribute to the original revolutionary vehicle styled by Raymond Loewy. The 2007 Avanti still possess most of the original car’s unique lines such as the circular headlamps, the asymmetrical bonnet bulge, the absence of a front grill, and the coke bottle profile.

The 2007 Avanti is still built on a Mustang chassis. And its standard and only powertrain is the regular Mustang 300-horsepower, 3-valve, V8, with 5-speed automatic transmission. The car is available in a convertible model, in a standard Mustang top, or a coup with a unique side and back roof.

The technical specifications are identical except for the 245/40-18 and 275/40-18 tires fr/rr. The interior is also in standard Mustang GT with the Avanti logo sewn into the door and seat panels. The dashboard is made up of wood eliminating the large chrome rings around the speedo and tach.

Each Avanti is assembled by a team of highly dedicated craftsmen at the production facility located in Cancun, Mexico. They produce just 150 Avantis each year thus ensuring the exclusivity of the vehicle.

The originally produced Avanti was conceived as the American alternative to the luxury sports cars of the UK and continental Europe. The current Avanti continues that role.

Details on the 2007 Avanti Convertible and Coupe

Avanti Convertible

Engine Specifications:

Engine type: 4.6 OHV 24V VB

Engine Electronics: EEV-V

Displacement: 4.6L (281 cu. in.)

Horsepower (SAE net@rpm): 300@5750

Torque (lb-ft@rpm): 320@4500

Compression Ratio: 9.8:1

Bore and Stroke (in.): 3.6x3.6

Main Bearings: 5

Valve Lifters: Hydraulic with Roller Finger Followers

Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-part Electronic Fuel Injection

Recommended Fuel: Unleaded Regular

Exhaust: Dual Stainless Steel

Fuel Economy: 17/25 manual; 18/23 auto

Transmission Type: 5-speed automatic

Engine Block Material: Aluminum

Cylinder head material: Cast Aluminum

Avanti Coupe

Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: 4.6 OHV 24V VB

Engine Electronics: EEV-V

Displacement: 4.6L (281 cu. in.)

Horsepower (SAE net@rpm): 300@5750

Torque (lb-ft@rpm): 320@4500

Compression Ratio: 9.8:1

Bore and Stroke (in.): 3.6x3.6

Main Bearings: 5

Valve Lifters: Hydraulic with Roller Finger Followers

Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-part Electronic Fuel Injection

Recommended Fuel: Unleaded Regular

Exhaust: Dual Stainless Steel

Fuel Economy: 17/25 manual; 18/23 auto

Transmission Type: 5-speed automatic

Engine Block Material: Aluminum

Cylinder head material: Cast Aluminum

Jason Moore

Jason Moore, a 35 year old freelance writer from Austin, Texas. He also works as a marketing analyst for an established auto parts store in the country.

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