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1964 Model 9 (Nihilist)

The 1961 Model 9 was a smash hit for Bogliq USA. Every newspaper in the land ran articles about the great new homegrown sports coupe sticking it to the old money from Europe and, while not a massive sales hit in itself, the foot traffic generated by the Model 9 saw many more Bogliq’s sold than usual. Therefore Bogliq sought to widen the appeal of the Model 9 with a Mk II revision, but not throw the baby out with the bath water with a wholesale redesign.

This meant that the Mk II had big shoes to fill. The “Enhance but don’t Erase” motto resulted in the range being expanded to three distinct models; the Entice, Enthuse and the Empower. The Entice was a new model which introduced a 92RON 4.6L Gamma V8 that was designed to appeal to richer rural and semi-rural customers who had only access to lower quality fuel. The Enthuse was the same spec as the Entice except it received a high compression 4.6L Gamma V8 for improved performance. The Empower debuted the first application of Bog-jet Fuel Injection; a mechanical, air pressure metering, fuel injection system that used less fuel, with improved throttle response, than a regular carburettor while improving fuel efficiency, reliability and outright performance.

The Mk II Model 9 had truly earnt its place as the halo model of the Bogliq model range!

1964 Nihilist Entice & Enthuse

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European style…

Entice

  • Premium spec sports coupe, Premium trim, 2 seats
  • 141Kw V8, 4 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,470
  • Service costs: $158 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 18.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.03 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.31 sec
  • Top speed: 188 Km/h

Enthuse

  • Premium spec sports coupe, Premium trim, 2 seats
  • 169Kw V8, 4 spd Manual Gearbox, Requires 98RON
  • Price when new: $2,540
  • Service costs: $163 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 18.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.66 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.94 sec
  • Top speed: 197 Km/h

1964 Nihilist Empower

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…American Heart!

Empower

  • High performance Luxury GT, Luxury trim, 2 seats
  • 185Kw V8, 4 spd Manual Gearbox, Requires 98RON
  • Price when new: $3,130
  • Service costs: $204 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 17.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.43 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.82 sec
  • Top speed: 214 Km/h

The Mk II Model 9 was designed to maintain the image of the Nihilist as THE sports car for the genuine American gentleman while pushing the boundaries of technological advancement. The Mk II Model 9 would achieve this by being beautiful to look at, fun to drive and available in a spec level to suit everyone. The Mk II Model 9 may be less intense than the Mk I but it was all the better for it as many more customers would choose the Mk II as their weapon of choice.

Due to this early car’s success, the Nihilist would remain as the flagship of Bogliq USA’s model range, showcasing new tech and gracing teenage boys walls as glossy posters.

Tl;dr: The Mk II Model 9 is awesome! (at least to me, lol)

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1969 Model 10 (Zealot)

By 1968 the Model 4 had reached the end of its life. Sure, the performance wasn’t too slow and it was great on gas, but the interior was outdated and cramped and the design was old hat alongside fresh new competitors. Therefore the Model 10 was a breath of fresh air when it was launched in 1969.

Featuring a stylish new look and larger dimensions, the Model 10 was built to provide similar fuel economy than the Model 4 but with a better interior and superior performance. The Model 10 would also debut, alongside the rest of the range, a similar strategy used when the Model 2 was first introduced. Since the Gamma line of engines were now over a decade old, a new engine family were in development. But, until then, the Gamma range is now backed by a five speed manual gearbox across all models. This is expected to improve fuel economy and driver pleasure over the old four speed unit. Other model wide enhancements include: Double wishbone front suspension, integrated roof aerial and four wheel disc brakes.

1969 Zealot Engage

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Base model is easy on the wallet and at the bowser

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, basic trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 45Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,330
  • Service costs: $64 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 10.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 15.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.86 sec
  • Top speed: 135 Km/h

1969 Zealot Entrance

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More money brings more creature comforts and performance

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, Standard trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 54Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,455
  • Service costs: $95 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 11.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 12.9 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.91 sec
  • Top speed: 146 Km/h

1969 Zealot Entice

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Soft ride and premium paint help the Entice to stand out

Engage

  • Value added premium spec, Premium trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 64Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,665
  • Service costs: $107 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 12.1L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 11.8 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.42 sec
  • Top speed: 153 Km/h

1969 Zealot Enthuse

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Three door body helps save weight and improve visual impact

Enthuse

  • Eager to drive club racer, Premium trim/ basic radio, 4 seats
  • 80Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,760
  • Service costs: $111 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 15.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 9.2 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.86 sec
  • Top speed: 170 Km/h

With a renewed focus on handling and performance the Model 10 should be able to maintain a strong presence in the small car market. However with the recent proliferation of small car competitors, the Model 10 will have its work cut out for it…

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Model 5 (Cargostar, Squadstar)

Little more than a facelift and a mechanicals refresh for the hardworking duo. They both score the new 5 speed manual gearbox and Squadstar scores an extra seat. But fundamentally things are business as usual…

1969 Cargostar

Cargostar
America’s favourite box-on-wheels!

Cargostar

  • Low cost delivery vehicle, Standard trim/ No radio, 2 seats
  • 64Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,455
  • Service costs: $88 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 11.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 12.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.67 sec
  • Top speed: 164 Km/h

1969 Squadstar

Squadstar
America’s favourite sardine can now has room for one more sardine!

Squadstar

  • Budget people mover, basic trim/ Standard radio, 8 seats
  • 64Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,560
  • Service costs: $70 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 12.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 13.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.91 sec
  • Top speed: 159 Km/h

Staple model of Bogliq Light Commercial, the Cargostar and Squadstar are expected to be on the shopping lists of those who make a living from such vehicles as well as the general public.

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Model 6 (Overlander)

As with the Model 5, the Model 6 has been subjected to detail changes and updates. But unlike the Model 5, the Model 6 scores a larger Gamma V6 as well as the 5 speed manual upgrade. All the changes have been aimed at keeping the Model 6 at the apex of the hardcore offroad market and, as such, drives like you’d expect on tarmac: Badly!

1969 Overlander Engage

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SWB offroader for going to places no-one else wants to go!

Engage

  • SWB workhorse, basic trim/ no radio, 2+3 seats
  • 89Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,010
  • Service costs: $76 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 19L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 13.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.5 sec
  • Top speed: 153 Km/h

1969 Overlander Entrance

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For when you need more room than the SWB Engage can provide…

Entrance

  • LWB workhorse, basic trim/ no radio, 2+3 seats
  • 89Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2010
  • Service costs: $75 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 19.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 15.5 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 21 sec
  • Top speed: 152 Km/h

The Mk IV Model 6 is intended to continue to appeal to the markets that the Mk III did. This truck is too focussed on off-road to give it mass market appeal, but to those who value that trait the Overlander will accomplish anything they ask of it.

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1969 Model 11 (Mutineer)

The Model 11 was introduced in 1969 to replace the well regarded, but average selling, Model 7. The Model 11 was designed to stay true to the Model 7’s lines but provide superior handling and interior room through careful design and engineering choices. Also the range of drivetrains were adjusted, with the 4 cylinder being dropped entirely, as the Model 10 needed marketing space and the under-engined Model 7’s were hard to shift by dealers.

1969 Mutineer Engage

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Base model now scores the 2.4L Gamma V6

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, Base trim/ Basic radio, 5 seats
  • 84Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,695
  • Service costs: $68 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 13.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 10.4 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.7 sec
  • Top speed: 173 Km/h

1969 Mutineer Entrance

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Wider tyres help cope with the wheelspin from the 3.4L Gamma V6

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, Standard trim/ Basic radio, 5 seats
  • 115Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,025
  • Service costs: $111 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.23 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.26 sec
  • Top speed: 189 Km/h

1969 Mutineer Entice

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Street cred much improved by the 4.6L midsize Gamma V8

Entice

  • Value added up-spec family car, Premium trim/ Standard radio, 5 seats
  • 147Kw V8, 3 spd Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,370
  • Service costs: $135 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 17.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.39 sec
  • Top speed: 202 Km/h

1969 Mutineer Enthuse

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The Enthuse is the most visually distinct of the Mutineer trims

Enthuse

  • Four door street racer, Premium trim/ Standard radio, 4 seats
  • 195Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,755
  • Service costs: $172 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.7 sec
  • Top speed: 226 Km/h

1969 Mutineer Empower

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An iron fist in a velvet glove!

Empower

  • High performance luxury sedan, Luxury trim/ Luxury radio, 4 seats
  • 195Kw V8, 3 spd Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,240
  • Service costs: $187 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.26 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.66 sec
  • Top speed: 219 Km/h

The Model 11 was expected to maintain a strong presence in the mid-size segment of the market without poaching from internal sales of either Zealot or Mutineer. With the recent proliferation of competitors for the Mutineer, maintenance of market share was seen internally at Bogliq USA to be a win…

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1969 Model 12 (Maverick)

The Model 8 Maverick was a bit of a conundrum for Bogliq dealers. As it was for the Model 3 Maverick, the Model 8 didn’t do anything that the smaller brother Mutineer couldn’t do and used more resources doing it. However, by 1969, the American public had developed a taste for excess and the new Model 12 was perfectly placed to reap the sales rewards of this trend.

The Model 12 didn’t have an engine smaller than 4L and, apart from a V6 in the Engage, was basically V8 exclusive. Despite the focus on bulk power, the Model 12 also received a high torque version of the new 5 speed manual in an attempt to tame the powertrains excessive penchant for fuel consumption.

1969 Maverick Engage

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Engage has the only Gamma V6 in the Maverick range

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, Standard trim/ Basic radio, 5 seats
  • 124Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,300
  • Service costs: $149 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 17.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 9.31 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.86 sec
  • Top speed: 196 Km/h

1969 Maverick Entrance

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While the Model 12 was physically large, the Model 12 was actually smaller than the Model 8 that preceded it!

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, Standard trim/ Standard radio, 5 seats
  • 147Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,395
  • Service costs: $159 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 18.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.35 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.39 sec
  • Top speed: 205 Km/h

1969 Maverick Entice

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Every middle managers dream ride!

Entice

  • Value added up-spec family car, Premium trim/ Standard radio, 5 seats
  • 162Kw V8, 3 spd Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,830
  • Service costs: $188 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 20.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.82 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.5 sec
  • Top speed: 208 Km/h

1969 Maverick Enthuse

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The Drag racing family man’s weapon of choice

Enthuse

  • Four door street racer, Standard trim/ Standard radio, 5 seats
  • 242Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,375
  • Service costs: $222 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.07 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.47 sec
  • Top speed: 243 Km/h

1969 Maverick Empower

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Lower profile wheels are the main external differentiator with the Entice trim

Empower

  • High performance luxury sedan, Luxury trim/ Luxury radio, 4 seats
  • 242Kw V8, 3 spd Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,970
  • Service costs: $252 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 25.3L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.26 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.19 sec
  • Top speed: 234 Km/h

The sun is out, now is the time for the Model 12 to make hay! The Model 12 should sell well, as well as increase in general popularity, due to the broad range of powerful engines, the clean in-offensive styling and America’s love of the Road-trip.

1969 Model 12 (Coyote)

To take full advantage of the horsepower wars, Bogliq USA spun off the Model 12 base a lightweight coupe. This Model 12 coupe was intended to appeal to the more hardcore performance enthusiast, without poaching too many sales from the Nihilist…

1969 Coyote 460 Street

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Base spec Coyote provides bulk power for chump change!

460 Street

  • Entry level sports coupe, Standard trim/ Basic radio, 4 seats
  • 160Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,560
  • Service costs: $165 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 19.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.51 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.55 sec
  • Top speed: 213 Km/h

1969 Coyote 540 Super Street

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More money brings more power, and fun!

540 Super Street

  • Mid spec street racer, Standard trim/ Basic radio, 4 seats
  • 195Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,805
  • Service costs: $183 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.78 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.94 sec
  • Top speed: 226 Km/h

1969 Coyote 700 Action Express

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Bogliq USA’s elite unit in the horsepower wars!

700AE

  • Tyre shredding muscle car, Premium trim/ Basic radio, 4 seats
  • 242Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,380
  • Service costs: $219 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.07 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.35 sec
  • Top speed: 240 Km/h

It was expected that Coyote would attract cashed up young people looking for a car that matched their personality. Bogliq USA wanted to win the horsepower wars by appealing to buyers hearts as well as their heads and the Coyote was the main weapon in achieving this goal…

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1969 Model 9 (Nihilist)

The Model 9 was refreshed in 1969 as the shape was still iconic and Bogliq USA didn’t want to taint their halo car too much with the muscle car paintbrush being applied to the rest of the range. A larger engine was fitted in an attempt to improve performance with out 98RON fuel but, due to engine bay constraints, the largest V8’s in the Powertrain inventory wouldn’t fit. This meant that, unlike the rest of the Bogliq fleet, the Nihilist Empower had to run on 98RON Super.

1969 Nihilist Entice

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Base model retains the 4.6L V8

Entice

  • Premium spec sports coupe, Premium trim/ Premium radio, 2 seats
  • 169Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,925
  • Service costs: $159 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 18.6L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.55 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.82 sec
  • Top speed: 209 Km/h

1969 Nihilist Enthuse

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New 5.4L V8 enhances straight line performance

Enthuse

  • Up-rated, Premium spec sports coupe, Premium trim/ Premium radio, 2 seats
  • 185Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,080
  • Service costs: $169 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 19.1L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.18 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.59 sec
  • Top speed: 214 Km/h

1969 Nihilist Empower

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Only 98RON Super powered car in the entire Bogliq range!

Empower

  • High performance luxury coupe, Luxury trim/ Luxury radio, 2 seats
  • 220Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,660
  • Service costs: $221 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 21.1L/100Km, 98RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 5.82 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 13.98 sec
  • Top speed: 224 Km/h

Although getting long in the tooth, the Mk III Model 9 was still a pretty car and still deserved its place at the apex of the Bogliq USA range. Two seater cars were less popular in 1969 than when the Nihilist was first conceived but, for the right buyer, the Nihilist still represented the pinnacle of the Grand Tourer aesthetic…

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Vision: Three - 300Km/h and Beyond!!!

Press Handout, Detroit Motor Show, Jan 1970

In the grand tradition of Vision: One and Vision: Two, Bogliq USA have released Vision: Three to be seen by the general public for the first time!

Vision: Three has one goal. Develop the technologies of the future so that people can safely achieve speeds of 300Km/h plus without their tyres de-laminating or their car overheating. Bogliq RnD is working closely with tyre company GoodBoye to develop tyres that can withstand the torture of constant high speed operation.

Other companies were partnered with to aid with the development of a new, efficient, power producing enhancement for automotive engines. Given the internal nickname of “Turbo”, these power adding devices don’t run off the engine itself. Rather they gather energy from the exhaust gasses, which drives a compressor, which feeds the engine extra air. Bogliq RnD is confident that all cars, a decade from now, will be powered up by “Turbo” devices!!!

Vision: Three is capable of a top speed of over 300Km/h and makes 400Kw from it’s 5L V8! That’s right, over double the power of any mainstream 5L V8 and faster than anything on the road today!

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1973 Model 5 (Cargostar, Squadstar)

For 1973 Bogliq USA converted their entire automotive portfolio over to the new 91RON unleaded standard. Since legislation was pending that would see the mandatory installation of anti pollution catalysers to the exhaust of new vehicles sold, Bogliq USA installed these “Catalytic Converters” as well. This resulted in a loss of power and fuel efficiency across the board.

The Model 5, being Bogliq’s oldest single continuous model was refreshed with a 2.3L Gamma four to attempt to counteract the loss of power and retained a two barrel carburettor to maintain daily driving reliability with simple maintenance requirements. Other than the installation of 5mph bumpers and adding of compliant lights and reflectors, the Model 5 is essentially unchanged…

1973 Cargostar

Cargostar
Nothing to see here…

Cargostar

  • Low cost, light delivery vehicle, Standard trim/ no radio, 2 seats
  • 54Kw L4, 4 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,755
  • Service costs: $106 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.3L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 14.2 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.75 sec
  • Top speed: 156 Km/h

1973 Squadstar

Squadstar
…Move along!

Squadstar

  • Budget people mover, Basic trim/ Standard radio, 6 seats
  • 54Kw L4, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,995
  • Service costs: $105 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 16.1L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 15.1 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.5 sec
  • Top speed: 154 Km/h

Another day, another dollar… The Model 5 is expected to continue its appeal as a value added business growth tool for Bogliq’s customers without causing as much harm to the air and roadside environment.

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1973 Model 6 (Overlander)

As per the rest of the range, Overlander received 91RON compliant engines and catalysts. Unlike the rest of the range, however, buyers could delete the Catalyst if they weren’t registering the vehicle. This would allow buyers in countries that still used lead additives to run that fuel without fear of damaging the catalyst.

Otherwise, the biggest news for Overlander was the addition of a pickup version of the LWB model. The Nomad variant was just as capable off-road as the two wagons but allowed for greater volumes of cargo to be carried by the operator.

1973 Overlander Engage

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SWB Overlander is the most fuel efficient model in the range

Engage

  • SWB workhorse, basic trim/ no radio, 2+3 seats
  • 70Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,335
  • Service costs: $85 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 21.9L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 15.8 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 20.41 sec
  • Top speed: 142 Km/h

1973 Overlander Entrance

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Can take five people just about anywhere, with all the supplies they’d need for a month!

Entrance

  • LWB workhorse, basic trim/ no radio, 2+3 seats
  • 82Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,485
  • Service costs: $93 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 24.7L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 16.1 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 21.16 sec
  • Top speed: 148 Km/h

1973 Overlander Nomad

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Can take two people just about anywhere, with all the supplies they’d need for six months!

Nomad

  • LWB utility workhorse, basic trim/ no radio, 2 seats
  • 82Kw V6, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,420
  • Service costs: $93 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.6L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 14.5 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 20.25 sec
  • Top speed: 149 Km/h

Overlander is a niche, yet important, model for Bogliq. The Overlander is the first Bogliq product most Third World countries will ever see, so the Overlander is engineered to be rugged, capable and reliable… So that when mainstream models eventually arrive, then the groundwork has been laid for successful penetration of that market.

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1973 Model 9 (Nihilist)

Perhaps the greatest affected of all the Bogliq products by the move to 91RON, the '73 restructure would see the temporary cessation of the Empower halo car as there was no suitably powerful engine to justify the badge. The front fascia was facelifted in compliance with the new lighting regulations and 5mph bumpers were installed on every model…

1973 Nihilist Entice

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New front fascia masks detuned 91RON compliant powerplant

Entice

  • Premium spec sports coupe, premium trim/ premium 8-track cassette deck, 2 seats
  • 151Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,870
  • Service costs: $191 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 20.8L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.51 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.66 sec
  • Top speed: 196 Km/h

1973 Nihilist Enthuse

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Same classy rear end emits less pollution so your kids can breathe easier!

Enthuse

  • Up-rated premium spec sports coupe, premium trim/ premium 8-track cassette deck, 2 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 5 spd Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,980
  • Service costs: $198 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 20.8L/100Km, 91RON required
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.66 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.94 sec
  • Top speed: 205 Km/h

The Model 9 Nihilist is getting old. The tight, stylish exterior translates to a cramped, narrow interior that hasn’t got room for the latest gadgets or stereo options. Nihilist will continue to sell on conservative, nostalgic grounds but will struggle against newer, fresher designed rivals. But without a viable replacement, Bogliq USA will continue to keep the Model 9 in circulation, “keeping the lights on”, until a bold young stylist can be found to build the next great Sportscar for America!

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1973 Model 10 (Zealot)

The 1969 debut of the Z215 shocked the designers and engineers at Bogliq USA. Not only was the car cheaper than all but the cheapest of the Model 10 range, the Z215 was better on fuel than most of the range as well! This meant that the requirement to convert the Model 10 exclusively to 91RON was fraught with risk.

In order to mitigate the effects of the 91RON switch, all Model 10 powerplants were converted to use a simplified version of Bog-jet Fuel Injection (BFI). This technology isn’t cheap and, alongside the extra costs of the anti pollution gear, meant that the price of the 1973 model 10’s would rise further! This would mean that the 1973 Model 10 would be forced to compete on intangibles; brand loyalty, familiarity and patriotism.

1973 Zealot Engage

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Higher pricetag is mitigated by more sophisticated styling

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, basic trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 37Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,655
  • Service costs: $71 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 11.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 19 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 21 sec
  • Top speed: 130 Km/h

1973 Zealot Entrance

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Rear end styling is little changed from 1969

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ standard radio, 5 seats
  • 46Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $1,830
  • Service costs: $110 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 12.6L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 16.4 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 20.41 sec
  • Top speed: 140 Km/h

1973 Zealot Entice

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Lots of premium paint and chrome to help justify the price hikes…

Entice

  • Value added premium spec, premium trim/ premium 8 track cassette player, 5 seats
  • 56Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,750
  • Service costs: $132 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 13.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 15.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 20.56 sec
  • Top speed: 149 Km/h

1973 Zealot Enthuse

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At least the Enthuse model still looks sporty…

Enthuse

  • Eager to drive club racer, premium trim/ basic radio, 4 seats
  • 74Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,180
  • Service costs: $142 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 16.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 10.1 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.47 sec
  • Top speed: 162 Km/h

The '73 Model 10 just had to hold the fort until more advanced, better performing, engines came online. The Bogliq management hoped that the American public would reward Bogliq USA for their good corporate behaviour in adopting the anti-pollution initiatives immediately, rather than stretching it out until the last minute.

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1973 Model 11 (Mutineer)

As with the rest of the range, the Model 11 was prepared for the switch to 91RON unleaded fuel. Because the Mutineer was in such a hotly contested market, the switch to exclusive BFI throughout the range was seen as a potential chink in the car’s armour, but Bogliq USA wanted to use the marketing benefits of BFI’s superior reliability to negate the higher initial purchase cost. Although down on power over the older leaded versions, the Gamma powerplants were still smooth and responsive to drive, with only the stopwatch betraying the loss of outright performance.

1973 Mutineer Engage

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Front fascia was facelifted to help justify higher prices

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, basic trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 69Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,120
  • Service costs: $84 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 13 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.59 sec
  • Top speed: 159 Km/h

1973 Mutineer Entrance

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The facelift also made the '73 Model 11 compliant with new lighting regulations

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ standard radio, 5 seats
  • 82Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,395
  • Service costs: $124 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.6L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 12.1 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.78 sec
  • Top speed: 169 Km/h

1973 Mutineer Entice

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The usual V8 replaced by a larger capacity V6

Engage

  • Value added up-spec family car, premium trim/ premium radio, 5 seats
  • 94Kw V6, 3 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,865
  • Service costs: $151 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 16.4L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 14 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 20.1 sec
  • Top speed: 166 Km/h

1973 Mutineer Enthuse

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Not as fast on paper but still retains the fire in it’s belly for street racing!

Enthuse

  • Four door street racer, premium trim/ standard radio, 4 seats
  • 151Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,330
  • Service costs: $193 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 21.4L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.62 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.78 sec
  • Top speed: 209 Km/h

1973 Mutineer Empower

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Not as fast as before but every bit as luxurious

Empower

  • Well equipped luxury sedan, luxury trim/ premium 8 track player, 5 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 3 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,620
  • Service costs: $227 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.1L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.82 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.23 sec
  • Top speed: 189 Km/h

Bogliq USA, in early adopting the new 91RON fuel standard, has weakened the Model 11’s ability to compete against the competition. The Model 11 will have to hope that improved reliability and customer loyalty will combine to ensure that sales don’t suffer too badly before the new drivetrains came online.

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1973 Model 12 (Maverick, Coyote)

After the successful debut of the Model 12 models, and four solid years of decent sales, the update to the 91RON standard seemed counterproductive. However Bogliq USA wanted the painful transition to be as short a disruption as possible so the Model 12 wasn’t spared the 91RON axe. Drivetrains were adjusted to minimise the performance degradation felt by the customer, but it would take more than Gamma and BFI could supply to fully negate the losses.

1973 Maverick Engage

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Front fascia tweaked to implement lighting legislation changes

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, standard trim/ basic radio, 5 seats
  • 94Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,770
  • Service costs: $148 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 16.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 11.8 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.42 sec
  • Top speed: 177 Km/h

1973 Maverick Entrance

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…As was the rear fascia

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ standard radio, 5 seats
  • 102Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,885
  • Service costs: $157 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 17.4L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 11 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.18 sec
  • Top speed: 185 Km/h

1973 Maverick Entice

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Entice trim adds plush interior trim and extra speakers for the radio!

Entice

  • Value added up-spec family car, premium trim/ premium radio, 5 seats
  • 125Kw V8, 3 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,295
  • Service costs: $201 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 21L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 12.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.39 sec
  • Top speed: 184 Km/h

1973 Maverick Enthuse

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Less capable at racing, but more capable as a family hauling, red light hero

Enthuse

  • Four door performance sedan, premium trim/ standard radio, 5 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,630
  • Service costs: $217 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 23.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.86 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.02 sec
  • Top speed: 210 Km/h

1973 Maverick Empower

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Biggest visual differentiator is still the wheel and tyre package!

Empower

  • Well equipped luxury sedan, luxury trim/ premium 8 track player, 5 seats
  • 148Kw V8, 3 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,720
  • Service costs: $234 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 22.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 11.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.91 sec
  • Top speed: 191 Km/h

Compared to 1969, the clouds are gathering on the Model 12’s horizon. Performance sapping anti pollution gear has taken the shine off the large sedan, but it’s value for money remains attractive and it’ll still lope along the US interstates with a minimum of fuss…

1973 Model 12 (Coyote)

Anti pollution gear has hit the Coyote hard, with performance reductions across the board. But the adoption of BFI has improved the Coyote’s reliability in day to day operations and each car still accelerates hard, stops well and makes all the right noises!

1973 Coyote 460 Street

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Truly a poor man’s Scagliati!

460 Street

  • Entry level sports coupe, standard trim/ basic radio, 4 seats
  • 151Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,195
  • Service costs: $190 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 22.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.62 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.9 sec
  • Top speed: 202 Km/h

1973 Coyote 540 Super Street

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Lots of fun for less outlay… Nice

540 Super Street

  • Mid spec street racer, standard trim/ standard radio, 4 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,360
  • Service costs: $197 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 22.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.39 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.66 sec
  • Top speed: 205 Km/h

1973 Coyote 700AE

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Still packs a 7L wallop!

700AE

  • Tyre shredding muscle car, premium trim/ premium 8 track player, 4 seats
  • 233Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,860
  • Service costs: $270 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 28.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.3 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.59 sec
  • Top speed: 236 Km/h

The horsepower wars were still going strong and the Coyote was not as well equipped as it once was. There was reinforcements on the way so the Coyote just needed to hold out until the cavalry arrived…

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1979 Model 14 (Zealot)

After the excitement filled handover of power to Michael in 1973, Bogliq USA went dark for five years. The new for '73 refresh models soldiered on throughout the 70’s while an all new model range and powertrain was prepared for debut in 1979.

The Model 14 was the replacement for the venerable Model 10 and was an evolutionary, rather than revolutionary, step forward. The big news was in the drivetrain, with a new, all alloy, Delta four replacing the Gamma unit. The entire range uses E-Bog Fuel Injection, an evolution of BFI, and all models are naturally aspirated…

1979 Zealot Engage

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Bland styling hides a sporty chassis tune!

Engage

  • Base spec price leader, basic trim/ basic 8 track, 5 seats
  • 55Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $2,910
  • Service costs: $131 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 10.6L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 13.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.5 sec
  • Top speed: 157 Km/h

1979 Bogliq Entrance

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Wheel covers make the Zealot marginally more interesting… Than walking!

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 5 seats
  • 55Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,045
  • Service costs: $187 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 10.6L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 14 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.62 sec
  • Top speed: 157 Km/h

1979 Zealot Entice

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Quasi-luxury to impress the neighbours

Entice

  • Value added premium spec, premium trim/ standard 8 track, 5 seats
  • 55Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,600
  • Service costs: $213 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 10.8L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 14.5 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.86 sec
  • Top speed: 156 Km/h

1979 Zealot Enthuse

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Big block 2.3L Delta motor transforms the Zealot’s performance

Enthuse

  • Eager to drive club racer, premium trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 77Kw 4 cylinder, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,835
  • Service costs: $242 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 12.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 9.9 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.34 sec
  • Top speed: 175 Km/h

Improvements in emissions controls and superior engine design have combined to reduce the fuel usage and improve the performance of the Model 14 over its predecessor. Despite its bland looks, the Model 14 is expected to bring about a revival of the Zealot nameplate in the small car market.

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1979 Model 15 (Mutineer)

The Model 15 was a very important model for Bogliq USA. It was the unofficial halo model of the Bogliq dealerships ever since the glory days of 1951 and the medium car market was the largest segment in the entire USA (not counting commercial vehicles). This meant that the Bogliq designers and packaging teams had to be extra careful when placing the Model 15 within the maelstrom that was the US car market.

The Model 15 was exclusively powered by Delta V6’s but the big news was the debut of the Bogtronic4 four speed automatic. Finally, an automatic was available that didn’t sap power and fuel economy while delivering almost nothing in return!

1979 Mutineer Engage

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Nothing to look at but much more fun to drive

Engage

  • Standard spec price leader, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 5 seats
  • 85Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,610
  • Service costs: $228 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 13.3L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 10.5 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.94 sec
  • Top speed: 174 Km/h

1979 Mutineer Entrance

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4 speed auto makes the Entrance a doddle to drive

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 5 seats
  • 85Kw V6, 4 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,650
  • Service costs: $236 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.7L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 11.5 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.07 sec
  • Top speed: 169 Km/h

1979 Mutineer Entice

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A nice car for for an unexpected road trip!

Entice

  • Value added premium spec, premium trim/ standard 8 track, 5 seats
  • 101Kw V6, 4 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,415
  • Service costs: $270 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 15.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 10 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.58 sec
  • Top speed: 179 Km/h

1979 Mutineer Enthuse

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Proudly continues the tradition of fast Bogliqs, with a Hi-Po V6 and smooth shifting manual 'box

Enthuse

  • Fast, stylish coupe, premium trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 109Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,445
  • Service costs: $327 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.8L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.47 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.62 sec
  • Top speed: 187 Km/h

It was anticipated that the Model 15 would re-ignite sales of medium sized Bogliqs and continue the tradition of the Mutineer being the “bread and butter” of the Bogliq brand.

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1979 advertisement for the Mutineer range

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1979 Model 16 (Maverick)

As the largest of the broad appeal platforms in the Bogliq USA line-up, the Model 16 has the easiest job of the big three nameplates. Bogliq USA has always maintained the Maverick line as an aspirational goal for owners of small Bogliqs, and other small cars, to look to upgrade to “one day”. This doesn’t mean though that Maverick can sustain losses, rather that the Model 16 needs to convert enough cashed up buyers to pay its way.

In achieving this goal, the Model 16 is unique in having as many focussed niche cars as broad appeal models. The Model 16 is almost exclusively powered by the new Delta powertrains, but an old favourite has been re-engineered to fulfil a niche that no Beta, Gamma or Delta powerplant can possibly fill!

1979 Maverick Engage

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Entry level Maverick has a 5 speed and a sub 16 second quarter mile time!

Engage

  • Standard spec price leader, standard trim/ standard 8 track, 5 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,755
  • Service costs: $250 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 19L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.74 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.9 sec
  • Top speed: 204 Km/h

1979 Maverick Entrance

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Volume seller with 4 speed auto transmission

Entrance

  • Standard spec family car, standard trim/ standard 8 track, 5 seats
  • 159Kw V8, 4 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,880
  • Service costs: $261 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 20.1L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 8.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.39 sec
  • Top speed: 199 Km/h

1979 Maverick Entice

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Comfy, old school luxury cruiser

Entice

  • Value added premium spec, premium trim/ premium 8 track, 5 seats
  • 193Kw V8, 4 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $6,015
  • Service costs: $353 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 21.8L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.14 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.55 sec
  • Top speed: 213 Km/h

1979 Maverick Empower

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Bogliq’s finest sports saloon ticks all the boxes!

Empower

  • Four door super saloon, luxury trim/ luxury 8 track, 5 seats
  • 217Kw V8, 4 speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Price when new: $8,265
  • Service costs: $426 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 22.8L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.66 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.19 sec
  • Top speed: 224 Km/h

1979 Maverick Enthuse 700AE

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The quintessential redneck supercar is back, and as badass as ever!

Enthuse 700AE

  • Thug life supercar, premium trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 242Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $6,100
  • Service costs: $378 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 22.3L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 5.82 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 14.1 sec
  • Top speed: 236 Km/h

1979 Maverick Enthuse ASCAR

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Yep, you can order a turn-key racecar from your local Bogliq dealership!

Enthuse ASCAR

  • Homologation spec, road legal ASCAR, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 4 seats
  • 197Kw V8, ASCAR homologation engine, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $5,300
  • Service costs: $341 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 32.9L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 6.66 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.19 sec
  • Top speed: 222 Km/h

The Model 16 was expected to maintain interest in the Bogliq brand as a whole, as well as make sales to the general public. The ASCAR program and the halo models would generate interest in the Bogliq brand, plus the more accessible models would allow all who can buy a Model 16 the chance to live their dream.

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1979 Model 17 (Coyote)

For the 1979 marketing year, the Coyote was spun off the Model 15 Mutineer, unlike the previous gen model, which was a cropped Model 12. This platform change meant that the Coyote had to downsize its drivetrains, but the change also benefited affordability, fuel economy and annual running costs.

The Model 17 was designed to ensure that anyone who wanted a fast, stylish coupe could find one at their Bogliq dealer. The lucky Coyote owner would then be rewarded with good performance, affordable running costs and excellent reliability to back up those stylish first impressions. Bogliq USA wanted to ensure that no Bogliq owner found their cars wanting in the one area that mattered: The ownership experience!

1979 Coyote 240 Street

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Base model Coyote is cheap to buy and fun to drive

240 Street

  • Entry level sports coupe, standard trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 85Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,930
  • Service costs: $229 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 13.2L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 9.66 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 17.23 sec
  • Top speed: 178 Km/h

1979 Coyote 290 Super Street

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Extra power announced by bonnet scoop and alloy wheels

290 Super Street

  • Mid spec sports coupe, standard trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 109Kw V6, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $4,440
  • Service costs: $277 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14.5L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.99 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 16.02 sec
  • Top speed: 199 Km/h

1979 Coyote 320AE

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Club racers, your chariot awaits!

320AE

  • High performance sports coupe, sports trim/ standard 8 track, 4 seats
  • 131Kw V8, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $5,805
  • Service costs: $335 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 17.3L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 7.26 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 15.55 sec
  • Top speed: 210 Km/h

The Model 17 was intended to provide a local alternative to the increasing number of budget sports cars that were appearing on the market.

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1983 advertisement for the Coyote 240 Street

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1979 Model 5 (Cargostar)

In an attempt at reducing the mammoth cost of refreshing the entire Bogliq range, Bogliq USA cut some corners where they could. One such corner was the 1979 Model 5 update.

Because the Model 5 was still capable of passing the mandatory safety limits for a passenger car, let alone a commercial vehicle, the Model 5 was facelifted rather than replaced outright. This facelift brought the Model 5 into legality with the new lighting regulations as well as the installation of a Delta four and 5 speed gearbox…

1979 Cargostar

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Gandpa’s axe gets a new handle…

Cargostar

  • Low cost light delivery vehicle, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 2 seats
  • 75Kw Inline 4, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,275
  • Service costs: $185 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 11.8L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 10.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 18.07 sec
  • Top speed: 163 Km/h

It was expected that fleet buyers would like the continuity of the Model 5 over the shock of a new model. This means that most parts are interchangeable throughout the Model 5 updates with the reliability of continuous improvement. The carrot of the latest model 5 is that it has better fuel efficiency than its predecessor and the Delta four is more powerful and more reliable than the Gamma four it replaced.

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1979 Model 18 (Squadstar)

Unlike the Cargostar, the Squadstar needed to be updated as Bogliq product planners felt that the safety of the Model 5 Squadstar wasn’t up to scratch, compared with the rest of the Bogliq passenger car range. Therefore the Model 18 Squadstar was born; from a steel box mounted on a modified Model 15 chassis.

The Model 18 was a major departure from the old model, with RWD and a monocoque chassis replacing the L-FWD and ladder configuration on the Model 5. The cab-over-engine design was awkward to drive initially, but once its quirks were learnt then it proved to be a wieldy and capable people mover…

1979 Squadstar

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An awkward driving position is its only real flaw

Squadstar

  • Budget people mover, standard trim/ basic 8 track, 7 seats
  • 75Kw Inline 4, 5 speed Manual Gearbox
  • Price when new: $3,260
  • Service costs: $199 per annum
  • Fuel economy: 14L/100Km
  • 0 -100 sprint: 13.7 sec
  • Quarter Mile: 19.75 sec
  • Top speed: 157 Km/h

The Model 18 should warm the hearts of all those who need space for seven but are tired of driving a repurposed delivery van!

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