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Brief History:
Produced in a limited series the Karif was released at the Geneva show in 1988. Based in part on the chassis of the Zagato spyder it was a 2 seater presented with a wide range of accessories and a high quality interior finish.  With the 2.8 litre motor producing 250 bhp in its initial form and later 285 bhp it had outstanding performance. The Karif came with active mechanical suspension, self vented front brakes and the Ranger differential.

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Specifications:
Production Period: 1988-1992
Designed By: Based on Zagato spyder
Body Built By: -
Number Built: 221
Dry Weight: 1281 kg
Top Speed: 255 kph +
Engine Type: Front, six cylinders in 90º "V"
Bore and Stroke: 94x67 mm
Displacement: 2790 cc
Compression: 7.8:1
Engine Output: 285 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Valves & Actuation: 3 OHV per cylinder with single overhead camshaft per bank
Carburettion: Supercharged engine with 2 water-cooled IHI turbo-compressors, 2 intercoolers and Weber multi-point electronic injection
Ignition: Single, electronic
Lubrication: Forced with delivery pump
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Final Drive: 3.31:1 Ranger
Clutch: Dry single disc
Gearbox: ZF 5-speeds plus reverse - automatic available
Frame: Unit construction with body
Suspension - Front: Independent wheels, McPherson type, anti-roll bar, coil springs, double-action telescopic shock absorbers
Suspension - Rear: Independent wheels, coil springs, double-action shock absorbers
Brakes: Hydraulically operated power assisted four wheel discs - self vented front discs
Wheelbase: 2400 mm
Front & Rear Track: 1475 mm front; 1500 mm rear
Tyres: 205/50VRx15 front; 225/15VRx15 rear
Wheels: Light alloy discs  7J x 15
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