"With Exciting New Appeal -- Austin 850," 1965
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Artifact Overview
This 1965 brochure illustrates the compact, yet roomy, features of the British Austin Mini. Designed by Alec Issigonis in the late 1950s, its front-wheel drive and engine turned sideways provided more interior room. And the vehicle's small size provided fuel economy needed during oil shortages and embargoes. This small and fuel-efficient vehicle would influence future American small car design.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
1965
Creators
Creator Notes
Published for British Motor Corporation Ltd.; printed in part in the United States.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
92.150.744
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of Henry Austin Clark, Jr.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 8.125 in
Inscriptions
On front cover: with / Exciting / new appeal / AUSTIN 850
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