

The two wheelbase types shared derivatives of the same chassis, with the same layout and components. The Ninety was unveiled in June 1984, the One-Ten a year earlier in March 1983, so there was a messy overlap with old-style leaf-spring models. There were two different chassis: the Ninety had a 92.9in wheelbase (prototypes had been built around a 90in. Existing engines were retained, but with a new transmission, new axles, new suspension front and rear, new brakes – and those style changes that have already been mentioned. These became known at Solihull as the ‘Stage 2’ range. The main thrust behind the new models was to provide a softer ride and more wheel movement, an even more rigid chassis frame, and more civilised interiors. As ever though, the chassis frame was very robust, and most of the body shell was in rot-proof aluminium sheet.

By that time, almost every component had been redesigned or renewed.

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