Interesting Facts About the Simca 1308 C6
The Simca 1308, originally launched as the Simca 1307, was a large family car developed under the codename “C6.” Produced from 1975 to 1986, it began its life with Chrysler Europe and later continued under PSA Peugeot Citroën.
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Codenamed ‘C6’ and Early Launch
The model was introduced in 1975 and was developed under the internal codename “C6.” It was marketed by Chrysler Europe from 1975 until 1979 before PSA Peugeot Citroën took over the brand.
Rapid Production Growth in 1976
On April 2, 1976, the 100,000th Chrysler‑Simca 1307/1308 rolled off the French production line. Production rates then surged, reaching about 1,050 units per day by May of that year.
Anglicized Version and Plant Shifts
An Anglicized version of the Simca 1307/1308 entered production at the Ryton plant in 1976. This move caused the Avenger model’s production to be relocated to Linwood in Scotland.
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