Vauxhall Magnum 2300

Rear view of a fine Vauxhall Magnum 1800 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.

Rear view of a fine Vauxhall Magnum 1800 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.

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Rear view of a fine Vauxhall Magnum 1800 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.
View of a fine Vauxhall Magnum 1800 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.

Vauxhall Magnum 2300 - key facts

  • Introduced in 1973, the end came for the Vauxhall Magnum 2300 in 1979.
  • The maximum speed of the Vauxhall Magnum 2300 was 103 mph.
  • A total of 20,300 units were manufactured ((All Magnums)).
Vauxhall Magnum 2300 Specifications
Production 20,300
(All Magnums)
From 1973
Until 1979
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon/Coupe/Estate
Dimensions
Length13ft 6in4m
Kerb Weight2155lb/0.962ton977kg
Engine
Engine displacement2279cc139cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead cam
Power Output110bhp @ 5500rpm108PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output48bhp/litre0.79bhp/cu in
Torque Output140lbft @ 3000rpm190Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque83Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight114bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile17.5 seconds
Top speed103mph166km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle Coil spring
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears4
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