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7 Facts About the Iso Grifo, the Italian Exotic With American V8 Muscle
Key Takeaways
- The Iso Grifo debuted at the 1963 Turin Motor Show with Giugiaro styling.
- Only around 400 examples were built during a production run of nearly ten years, after which the automaker shut down.
- Series I cars used Chevrolet small blocks: a 327 making 300-350 hp and an optional 350-cubic-inch V8.
- From 1972, Series II IR-8 Grifos used Ford's 351 Cleveland V8 with about 330 horsepower; only 37 were sold.
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