Hillman Imp Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

FROM

$2,200

Launched in 1963 by the Rootes Group in the UK, the Hillman Imp was a compact rear-engined sedan aimed at rivaling the Mini. Built in a purpose-built factory in Linwood, Scotland, the Imp featured an innovative aluminium engine derived from a Coventry Climax unit, mounted behind the rear axle. It was the first British car with an opening rear hatch.

The Imp arrived in Australia in small numbers and gained a cult following among enthusiasts who appreciated its light weight and surprising agility. It was sold under several badges globally, including Singer Chamois, Sunbeam Imp and Commer Imp van. Motorsport success, especially in hill climbs and rallying, helped cement its underdog status.

Production ended in 1976 after more than 440,000 units. Reliability issues early on hurt its reputation, but later models improved. Today, the Hillman Imp is remembered for its clever packaging, distinctive design and loyal following. It's a unique chapter in British small car history.

The line-up currently starts at $2,200 for the Imp Super and ranges through to $4,070 for the range-topping Imp Gt.

Coupe

4 Speed Manual

Leaded Petrol

Year	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
1969	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —
1968	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —
1967	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —
1966	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —
1965	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —

Year

Body Type

Front Tyre Size

Front Rim

Rear Rim

Year	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
1969	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: Leaded 4 SP MAN	Price from: $2,200	Price to: $4,070
1968	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: Leaded 4 SP MAN	Price from: $2,200	Price to: $4,070
1967	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: Leaded 4 SP MAN	Price from: $1,600	Price to: $4,070
1966	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: Leaded 4 SP MAN	Price from: $1,600	Price to: $3,140
1965	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: Leaded 4 SP MAN	Price from: $1,600	Price to: $3,140

Year	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
1969	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: —x—x— mm	Ground Clearance: —
1968	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: —x—x— mm	Ground Clearance: —
1967	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: —x—x— mm	Ground Clearance: —
1966	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: —x—x— mm	Ground Clearance: —
1965	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: —x—x— mm	Ground Clearance: —

Year	Body Type	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
1969	Body Type: Coupe	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg
1968	Body Type: Coupe	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg
1967	Body Type: Coupe	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg
1966	Body Type: Coupe	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg
1965	Body Type: Coupe	Braked Capacity from: 0kg	Braked Capacity to: 0kg

Year	Body Type	Fuel Consumption*	Engine	Fuel Type	Transmission
1969	Body Type: Coupe	Fuel Consumption: —	Engine: —	Fuel Type: Leaded Petrol	Transmission: 4 SP MAN
1968	Body Type: Coupe	Fuel Consumption: —	Engine: —	Fuel Type: Leaded Petrol	Transmission: 4 SP MAN
1967	Body Type: Coupe	Fuel Consumption: —	Engine: —	Fuel Type: Leaded Petrol	Transmission: 4 SP MAN
1966	Body Type: Coupe	Fuel Consumption: —	Engine: —	Fuel Type: Leaded Petrol	Transmission: 4 SP MAN
1965	Body Type: Coupe	Fuel Consumption: —	Engine: —	Fuel Type: Leaded Petrol	Transmission: 4 SP MAN

Hillman Imp Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

Hillman Imp Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

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