1951 - Model 2 (Bogliq Mutineer)
When CEO Konstantin Bogliq bought into the first monocoque presses in America, many pundits thought the bold move was a step too far. However the proof of the pudding lies in the eating and the Mutineer was a very tasty pudding indeed. Despite being 25% larger than the Zealot, the Mutineer was capable of being powered by the same engine as the overall weight was similar. The standard fitment four speed manual also didn’t hurt!
Those who saw the Mutineer at the car show loved its lines and were pleased at its space and comfort compared to the Zealot. But only time and the American public will be able to determine if the gamble was a stroke of pure genius or the death rattle of a madman…
1951 Mutineer Engage
Entry level 5 seater, two door sedan
Price when new: $1,155 Driveaway
Service costs: $59 per annum
Fuel economy: 14.1L/100Km
1951 Mutineer Entrance
Volume seller 5 seat, 4 door sedan
Price when new: $1,157 Driveaway
Service costs: $59 per annum
Fuel economy: 14.3L/100Km
1951 Mutineer Entice
Family orientated, 5 seat, 4 door, wagon.
Price when new: $1,152 Driveaway
Service costs: $59 per annum
Fuel economy: 14.7L/100Km
1951 Mutineer Enthuse
5 seat, 2 door convertible to capture some incremental market share.
Price when new: $1,208 Driveaway
Service costs: $59 per annum
Fuel economy: 15.3L/100Km
1951 Mutineer Haulage
More road orientated utility for hobby farmers
Price when new: $1,061 Driveaway
Service costs: $59 per annum
Fuel economy: 14.4L/100Km
The public reception of the Mutineer was overwhelmingly positive. The highly respected magazine, Motor World, found that the Mutineer was far better than the sum of its parts and named it their Best Entry Sedan! The Mutineer managed to mask its weaknesses well and allow its strengths to shine brightly, resulting in a car that wasn’t excellent in any one area, but good at a large percentage of them.
As far as Bogliq was concerned, this was mission completed, as Bogliq USA wanted a reliable, trustworthy car that every American could enjoy. Konstantin Bogliq’s roll of the dice turned out to be luckier than his wildest dreams and would fund the next big step in Bogliq USA dominating the American market…
