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Auto Union 1000SP Coupe
First registration: 1960
Produced: 5000 pcs.
Body type: Notchback coupe
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Traction: FWD (front-wheel drive)
Engine type: spark-ignition 2-stroke
Fuel type: gasoline (petrol)
Power: 40kW/54HP
Top speed: 141 km/h
Auto Union 1000SP is a sports car manu-factured by Auto Union, which was started in 1958. It was equipped with a 981cc two-stroke 3-cylinder engine that produced 54 horsepower. Between 1958 and 1965, 5000 coupes and 1640 convertibles were produced. In 1959, 50 models were produced with a 1280cm3 two-stroke V6 engines. The rear and taillights were inspired by the 1957 Ford Thunderbird, that is why some people refer to this car as the “Baby Thunderbird”.