Rootes Hillman Imp

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The Hillman Imp is a small economy car that was made by the Rootes Group and its successor Chrysler Europe from 1963 until 1976. Revealed on 3 May 1963, after much advance publicity, it was the first British mass-produced car with the engine block and cylinder head cast in aluminium. This unorthodox small/light car was designed for the Rootes Group by Michael Parkes (who later became a Formula One driver) and Tim Fry. It was manufactured at the purpose-built Linwood plant in Scotland. As well as the Hillman marque, there was a series of variations, including an estate car (the Husky), a van and a coupé. The Imp enjoyed modest success in both club and international rallying. Rootes introduced a homologation special called the Rally Imp in 1964. It featured many modifications over the standa…

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About the Rootes Hillman Imp

Body type: coupe · segment A
Transmission: 4-speed manual all-synchromesh

Overview

The Rootes Hillman Imp is a coupe.

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of car is the Rootes Hillman Imp?

The Rootes Hillman Imp is a coupe, classified in segment A.

Does the Rootes Hillman Imp have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the Rootes Hillman Imp, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.