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#1 & 2: 1974 'LH' Holden Torana SL/R 5000, this particular beastie wears the rare L34 option which included a Repco developed heavy-duty evolution of the regular 308 cid Holden V8. In other words this translates into this Torana being a genuine ex-factory Bathurst 'homologation' Special, one of only 263 built. This example sports widened steel wheels of original L34 style, similar to Pontiac Ralley II
In addition a factory-sourced "High Output" (or "HO") kit was available for the L34, aimed towards competition use by privateer racers on limited budgets. After race preparation this kit boosted power from 240~260 hp to around 350~360 hp using the supplied Holley 780cfm, although more power came via twin Webers as used by top race teams. The L34 was also rallied by factory & private teams, but to less success than the earlier, dominant, Torana XU-1. Despite its all-iron engine etc, the 101" wb Torana L34 sedan weighed a mere 1183 kg
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