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Renault unveils its 'pocket rocket'
Renault unveils its 'pocket rocket'

Renault unveils its 'pocket rocket'

Date10/22/1986
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Original Toronto Star caption: Renault unveils its 'pocket rocket': American Motors Canada unveils its Renault GTA. The two-door sedan even comes in convertible style and both models are adorned by air dams; sill extensions and rear air spoilers. The subcompact is powered by a 2.0 litre; high output engine - a pocket rocket. AMC public relations director Allan McPhee (behind wheel) and dealer Bento Sao Jose looked over model yesterday.
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