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The
BX was launched in 1982 after only 5 years of development
work and went on to become one of the company's
greatest successes. Initially available with a choice of 1
360cm3/63 bhp, 1 360cm3/72 bhp or 1 580cm3/90 bhp petrol
engines, the range
was soon expanded to include diesels, 4
x 4s and a number of much more
powerful variants.
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BX
GT
The
first performance version of the BX was launched in 1984.
While quick, the GT was really set up for comfort rather
than sporty handling. It was equipped with a 1 905 cm3
carburettor engine developing 105 bhp, close ratio gearbox,
stiffer suspension than the other models in the range,
circular instruments, 14 function computer, additional
lights and a rear spoiler. The GT had a top speed of 185
kph/115 mph.
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BX
4
TC
Then,
in 1985, came the BX
4 TC - a four wheel drive homologation special
intended for Group B competition. It was equipped with a
turbo charged longitudinally mounted four cylinder engine of
2 141cm3 capacity developing 200 bhp. Twenty Evolution
versions participated in the 1986 World Rally Championship
events.
Carrozzeria
Bertone
used the BX 4 TC as the basis of their Zabrus
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