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- Introduced in 1984 by Hindustan Motors (HM), India’s oldest car manufacturer.
- Based on the Vauxhall Victor/VX Series (UK, 1970s), modified for the Indian market.
- First Indian luxury sedan with a powerful engine (initially 1.8L petrol, later 2.0L Isuzu diesel).
- Design: Classic boxy shape, long hood, spacious cabin – considered a “status symbol” in the 1980s-90s.
- Popular among politicians, businessmen, and as police/government vehicles.
- 1990s Upgrade: Faced competition from modern cars (like the Toyota Qualis), leading to declining sales.
- Final Model (2002): Discontinued due to outdated design, poor fuel efficiency, and competition.
- Legacy: Remembered as India’s first “muscle car” and a cult classic among vintage car enthusiasts.
