Press Release - March 24, 1989 Range Rover : - Introduces Range Rover "County" Range Rover introduces "County" at - Greater New York International Automobile Show 1989 Range Rover of North America, Inc. will unveil the most luxurious version ever of the legendary 4x4 at the Greater New York International Automobile Show. The "County", named for the affluent lifestyle it defines in Range Rover's native England, embodies all of the rugged durability, luxury features and incomparable ride that Americans have come to love in the Range Rover since its March, 1987 U.S. introduction. When it is available through Range Rover's 63-dealer network in late March, the County's extensive list of standard features will offer its discriminating owners instant recognition through distinctive badging and exterior colours. Two unique new micatallic paints, Trocadero Red and Cairngorm Brown will be available along with elegant Beluga Black. Colour-matched wheels, chrome bumpers and custom coachlines complete the look. The County is the world's only 4x4 to have as standard a six-cartridge CD player/tape deck/AM-FM radio with remote control. Also inside will be found Connolly leather seating, electric sunroof, additional burl walnut interior trim, deep-pile carpet mats and enhanced night driving convenience through an auto dimming rearview mirror. "County, the most luxurious Range Rover available anywhere in the world, sets a new benchmark," said Charles R. Hughes, president, Range Rover of North America, Inc. "This vehicle is only the latest step in our total commitment to provide high quality vehicles with long-term value for American buyers." The County model joins the standard 1989 Range Rover which is the most powerful version of the luxury sport/utility vehicle engineered to date. Both are powered by aluminum alloy V-8 engines that produce 178 bhp and 220 lb-ft of torque at 3,250 rpm. Operation of the Borg-Warner two-speed transfer case is smoother and easier. A viscous coupling in the permanent four-wheel drive system provides optimum traction and four-wheel drive control. Named "Four Wheeler of the Year" by America's largest 4x4 enthusiast magazine, FOUR WHEELER, the British-built Range Rover topped a field of 10 pick-up trucks and sport/utilities by the largest point margin in the history of the competition. The manufacturer's suggested retail price for the County, which has no factory options, is $43,100. The suggested retail price for the standard Range Rover is $35,800. Range Rover of North America, Inc. is a part of the Land Rover Group of companies, Solihull, England. More information is available by calling 1-800 FINE 4WD. Range Rover of North America, Inc.: The reputation and sales of the British-built Range Rover have been growing and prospering since the luxury sport/utility's introduction to the American market in March 1987. The permanent four-wheel drive vehicle is currently available through a 63-dealer network that is scheduled to increase to 75 by 1990. Sales of the Range Rover totalled 3,427 in 1988, exceeding 1987 results by more than 32%. Monthly sales records were set by the company last December and in January of this year. "Response to our 1989 model and its many improvements has been outstanding," said Charles R. Hughes, president, Range Rover of North America, Inc. The 1989 model incorporates more than 30 engineering and design changes to meet tastes of American drivers. The new version boasts a 3.9 litre, 178 bhp, aluminum alloy V-8 engine that reaches 60 mph in 10.9 seconds. For off-road driving, the shift from the high-gear range to low has been made smoother and easier through a new, quiet chain-driven transfer case and viscous coupling in the permanent four-wheel drive system. Comfort and convenience features include newly designed interior door panels, a pushbutton release for the fold-down rear seats and remote locking of the rear hatch. The vehicle comes in new colors, inside and out. Eastnor Green is added to the external color choices for the aluminum body, while additional interior choices are Brogue (tan) and Highland (grey) for the fabric interior and Sorrell (tan) and Winchester (grey) for the optional leather interior. Manufacturer's suggested retail price for the 1989 Range Rover is $35,800 with two options, leather upholstery ($1,125) and electrically operated sunroof ($1,375). In early Spring, a new model combining all of the features and reliability of the Range Rover with even more luxurious appointments was introduced. The "County", available in three exclusive colors (Beluga Black, Cairngorm Brown and Trocadero Red) incorporates leather seating and electric sunroof as standard features. A specially designed stereo system with six-disc remote cartridge, compact disc player with wireless remote control is featured along with custom coachlining, deep-pile carpet mats, additional burl walnut interior trim and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The suggested price for the County, which has no factory options, is $43,100. "This is the most luxurious, well-equipped Range Rover available in the world. It was developed in response to requests from our dealers, based on input from their customers," noted Hughes. The world-renowned Range Rover has achieved considerable recognition during its two years on the American market. FOUR WHEELER magazine named the 1989 model as the winner in its 16th annual "Four Wheeler of the Year" contest. The Range Rover topped a field of 10 pick-up trucks and sport/utilities by the largest point margin ever in the 16 year history of the competition. Dealers are also pleased with the vehicle and the company. For the second straight year Range Rover scored in the top two among 36 manufacturers polled on sales and service support, vehicle supply and business terms in the 1988 J.D. Power Dealer Attitude Survey. "We are proud to have won high marks from our dealers here in the U.S.," Hughes concluded. "We continually strive to produce a quality product and responsive programs for this discriminating market." Range Rover of North America, Inc. is a part of the Land Rover Group of companies. Solihull, England. More information is available by calling 1-800 FINE 4WD. ce P. O. Box 1503 Lanham, MD 20706 (301) 731-9040 Western Area Office: 1411 West 190th Street Suite 425 Los Angeles, CS 90248 (213) 329-9778 Executive management: Charles R. Hughes President James H. Lehmann, Jr. Vice President, General Counsel
Joel D. Scharfer Vice President, Finance
William E. Baker Vice President, Corporate Communications Joel E. Greer Vice President, Sales Richard P. Hubert National Manager, Parts David A. Schworm General Manager, Service Product: Range Rover: Aluminum body, permanent four-wheel drive sport/utility vehicle. Features a 178 hp 3.9 litre fuel injected alloy V-8 engine. ZF four-speed automatic transmission. Luxury and convenience features are standard. Launched March 16, 1987 in U.S. market. Manufacturer's 1989 suggested retail price: Vehicle: Range Rover Range Rover County $35,800 $43,100 Options: Leather Upholstery $1,125 Standard Sunroof $1,375 Standard Warranty: 3 years, 36,000 miles, 6 years/unlimited milage no corrosion perforation Personnel: 71 Ports: Baltimore, Maryland Long Beach, California Dealers: 63 1988 Sales: 3,427 in U.S. 24,185 worldwide (+16%) Information line: 800-FINE 4WD Manufacturer: Land Rover U.K. Ltd Lode Lane, Solihull West Midlands B92 8NW United Kingdom 021-722-2424 Range Rover of North America, Inc. is a member of the Land Rover Group of companies, Solihull, England. General Specification Data - 1989 US Range Rover Manufacturer's 1989 suggested retail price Vehicle: Range Rover Range Rover County $35,800 $43,100 Options: Leather Upholstery $1,125 Standard Sunroof $1,375 Standard Destination $ 550 $ 550 Classification: DOT = Multipurpose vehicle EPA = Light truck (special purpose 4WD) Chassis/Body 14 gauge boxed steel ladder frame Welded steel underbody mounted to chassis at 10 rubber insulated points Outer body panels are aluminum, except hood, tailgate and rear lower quarter panels, which are steel Engine Type V8, OHV, cast aluminum alloy cylinder heads and block; dry cylinder liners Displacement 241 cu in (3947 cc, 3.9 litres) Bore & stroke 3.7 in x 2.8 in (93.98 mm) x (71.12 mm) Compression ratio 8.13:1 Maximum power SAE net 178 bhp at 4750 rpm Maximum rpm 5,500+ Maximum torque 220 lb/ft at 3250 rpm Fuel handling Lucas EFI-Hotwire L-Jetronic, multipoint, fuel injection Fuel requirement Unleaded - Premium recommended Fuel economy City Hwy Combined (EPA Adjusted Figure) 12 15 13 Vehicle performance 0-60 mph 10.9 secs Maximum speed 109.0 mph Standing 1/4 mile 18.1 secs at 77 mph Transmission Model ZF4HP22 (automatic) Type Automatic four speed and reverse, epicyclic gearbox with fluid torque converter and lock up 4th 0.728:1 3rd 1.000:1 2nd 1.480:1 1st 2.480:1 Reverse 2.086:1 Transfer gearbox Model Borg-Warner 13-61 Type Two speed reduction via B-W epicyclic gears and Morse Hy-Vo chain to double offset front and rear driveshafts permanently engaged for 4WD via a center differential and viscous coupling unit High Ratio 1.2060:1 Low Ratio 3.2444:1 Overall ratio (final drive) Automatic High transfer Low transfer 4th 3.11:1 8.36:1 3rd 4.27:1 11.48:1 2nd 6.32:1 17.00:1 1st 10.59:1 28.50:1 Reverse 8.91:1 23.96:1 Axles Rear type Spiral bevel, fully floating hubs Front type Spiral bevel, enclosed constant velocity joints, fully floating hubs, angularity of universal joint of full lock 32 degrees Ratio front and rear 3.54:1 Suspension Front Coil springs rated at 133 lb/in, radius arms and Panhard rod Rear Dual rate coil springs rated at 127/180 lb/in, lower links, "A" frame location arm arm with Boge "Hydramat" self-energizing levelling device located between frame and rear axle Vertical wheel travel 8 inches front 11 inches rear Hydraulic shock absorbers Telescopic, double acting non-adjustable, 1,375 in (35 mm) bore Steering Power assisted type Adwest Varamatic, worm and roller Ratio 19.3:1 straight ahead Turns lock-to-lock 3.375 Steering wheel diameter 16.0 in 406 mm Turning circle 39.4 ft 12.0 m Front brakes Type Outboard solid discs with four piston calipers Operation Hydraulic, servo assisted, self-adjusting Disc diameter 11.75 in 298.45 mm Total pad area 15.0 sq in 98 cm2 Total swept area 252.96 sq in 1632.0 cm2 Rear brakes Type Outboard solid discs with two piston calipers Operation Hydraulic, servo assisted, self-adjusting Disc diameter 11.42 in 290.0 mm Total pad area 49.2 sq in 66 cm2/brake Total swept area 224.4 sq in 1434.0 cm2 Vehicle dimensions Overall length 175.0 in 4447 mm Overall width 71.4 in 1813 mm Overall height 70.8 in 1798 mm Wheelbase 100.0 in 2540 mm Track front and rear 58.5 in 1486 mm Ground clearance - under differential 8.0 in 204 mm - axle 11.7 in 307 mm - frame 14.3 in 363 mm Front overhang 29.8 in 756 mm Rear overhang 45.3 in 1151 mm Angle of approach 30 degrees w/spoiler 40 degrees w/o spoiler Angle of depature 30 degrees Ramp breakeover angle 29 degrees Loading height 29.3 in 743 mm Maximum cargo height 40.0 in 1016 mm Rear opening width 51.7 in 1314 mm Rear opening height 40.0 in 1016 mm Front head room 38.4 in 975 mm Front hip room 58.3 in 1480 mm Rear leg room (min) 32.7 in 830 mm Useable luggage capacity - rear seat in use 36.2 cu ft 1.01 m3 - rear seat folded 70.6 cu ft 1.98 m3 - rear seat removed 82.8 cu ft 2.32 m3 Maximum roof rack load 165 lbs 75 kg Warranty 3 years, 36,000 miles full vehicle, limited warranty 6 years, unlimited milage, no perforation corrosion warranty Capacities Engine oil 5.4 US qts 5.1 litres Fuel tank 20.0 gal 76.4 litres Tires Type and size Michelin X M+S 244 all purpose radial Tire size 205R16 (tubeless) Wheels Alloy, 5 stud 7.00 x 16 in Weights & Towing capacity Front Rear Total Curb weight 2196 lbs (996 kg) 2176 lbs (987 kg) 4372 lbs (1983 kg) Gross vehicle weight 5997 lbs (2720 kg) Maximum permissible tongue weight 550 lbs (250 kg) Maximum axle loads 2535 lbs (1150 kg) 3572 lbs (1620 kg) Maximum permissible towed weights On-road Off-road Trailers without brakes 1650 lbs (750 kg) 1650 lbs (750 kg) Trailers with brakes - High transfer range 5500 lbs (2500 kg) 2200 lbs (1000 kg) - Low transfer range 7700 lbs (3500 kg) 2200 lbs (1000 kg) Additional County Specifications Six-cartridge CD player/tape deck/AM-FM radio with remote control Chrome bumpers Unique Cairngorm Brown or Trocadero Red micatallic and Beluga Black exterior choices; color-matched wheels Custom pinstriping Auto-dimming rearview mirror Special badging for tailgate, wheel center caps and audio console Deep-pile loose floor mats Additional burl walnut interior trim |
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