Originally posted by Lee K:
But the initial prototype versions of the SVT Contour had the SHO's Yamaha engine installed for testing. Ultimately, they decided to go with the engine we know today, most likely for cost reasons.
Source for this information?
The prototype I am aware of--which was well-outlined in a C&D special feature sometime in '95 or '96--consisted of an early SE with many of the enhancements that eventually made it to production (Extrude Hone, quasi-dual exhaust, Cossie-style rims, spring/strut/bar combo). Definitely wasn't either Yamaha V6 under that bonnet.
Unless you know of some different prototypes...which would then beg some obvious questions. How was the higher-profile, snake-pit intake dealt with? Tranny? Linkage? Mounts?
B. Riley
Melbourne, FL
'01 Camry LE V6/5-spd
Was: '00 Black/Tan SVT Contour #560 - Sold 3/26/03
Before that: '95 Champ/Blue Contour GL V6 ATX
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