Interesting Facts About the Hyundai Pony
The Hyundai Pony marked the South Korean automaker's first foray into independently designed cars, debuting in the mid‑1970s. Over its 15‑year production run it saw several body styles and a notable second‑generation redesign.
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Birth of Hyundai's First Car
The Pony was introduced in December 1975 as a 4‑door sedan, becoming Hyundai's first independently developed model. This launch signaled the company's entry into the global automotive market.
Production Span and Taxi Legacy
Hyundai produced the Pony from 1975 until 1990, with assembly running from December 1975 to February 1982 for regular customers. The model continued to be used as a taxi in Korea until December 1985.
Early Variants and the 1983 Redesign
A pickup version of the Pony arrived in May 1976, expanding the lineup beyond the original sedan. The second‑generation Pony was launched in 1983, gaining enough notoriety to be remembered as a cultural talking point of its era.
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