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A special edition of the M30 was released in 1979, as the Epoch Augustus 27 Rex Turbo. Available only in a coupe bodystyle (albeit with 5 full-size seats), this car was powered by a turbocharged variant of the same 2.7L engine, which allowed an increased in output to 130kW (174HP) and 258Nm (190lbf.ft). Tweaks were made to almost every part of the car, with a upgraded gearbox, unique alloy wheels and larger tyres, larger wheel flares, rebalanced brakes, sports suspension, a new rear wing, and a prominent intake scoop on the bonnet. The 0-100km/h performance time was reduced down to 8.6 seconds, and lateral handling was now reasonably compeditive. All of these improvements came with an increased cost however, and the final price for this special edition ended up being $3,732 ($12,953 adjusted, 0% markup), a fair increase on even the ‘regular’ Rex.
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