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3500GTI Series II

 
 

 
 

 

 
 

Some small but marked styling changes and a fuel injected engine marked the arrival of the 3500GTI, weber carburettors however remained an option for this final version of the 3500GT.
   

Specifications:
 

Production Period:

 1961 - 1965
 

Designed By:

 Touring did the production version although other cars built by Boneschi and Frua
 

Body Built By:

 Touring - 'Superleggera' alloy construction - 2+2 seater
 

Number Built:

 1606 of a total of 1972 for Series I and II
 

Dry Weight:

 1300 kg
 

Top Speed:

 240 kph
 

Engine Type:

 Front in-line 6 cylinders
 

Bore and Stroke:

 86 x 100 mm
 

Displacement:

 3485.3 cc
 

Compression:

 8.8:1
 

Engine Output:

 235 bhp @ 5800 rpm
 

Valves & Actuation:

 Two OHV per cylinder with dual overhead camshafts
 

Carburettion:

 Free induction with Lucas direct injection
 

Ignition:

 Double coil with distributor
 

Lubrication:

 Forced with delivery pump
 

Drive:

 Rear wheel drive
 

Clutch:

 Dry single plate
 

Gearbox:

 5-speeds plus reverse
 

Frame:

 Tubular
 

Suspension - Front:

 Independent with coil springs and Girling telescopic shock absorbers
 

Suspension - Rear:

 Rigid axle with semi-elliptical springs and Girling telescopic shock absorbers
 

Brakes:

 Hydraulically operated power assisted four wheel discs
 

Wheelbase:

 2600 mm
 

Front & Rear Track:

 1390 mm front; 1360 mm rear
 

Wheels:

 6.00 x 16
 

Tyres:

6.50 x 16 all round