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Amilcar, built from 1921 through 1937, was one of the most successful and famous sports racer in France prior to World War I. A year after they began producing vehicles, they won the world's first 24-Hour race. From there, their place in history had been secured. They continued to build their reputation in the 1100 cc Class of motor racing. Appearances at the Targa Florio and Mille Miglia continued to prove their agility and speed.
The four-cylinder engine produced around 30 horsepower. Their strength was in their lightweight construction which resulted in around a 1250 pound overall weight. Performance was further enhanced with the four-wheel brakes, while many of their competition preferred brakes on two wheels. To keep constant braking pressure to the front wheels during cornering, Amilcar created a sliding rod inside the kingpin which helped accomplish this feat.
In 1926 a CGSs was introduced, with the additional 'S' representing 'Surbaisse'. Horsepower increased slightly to 35. Other improvements included a cast-aluminum firewall, larger sump, and an increase in brake size.
The Amilcar CGS was produced from 1924 through 1926. The Amilcar CGSs was produced from 1926 through 1929. In total there were around 4700 examples produced.
The four-cylinder engine produced around 30 horsepower. Their strength was in their lightweight construction which resulted in around a 1250 pound overall weight. Performance was further enhanced with the four-wheel brakes, while many of their competition preferred brakes on two wheels. To keep constant braking pressure to the front wheels during cornering, Amilcar created a sliding rod inside the kingpin which helped accomplish this feat.
In 1926 a CGSs was introduced, with the additional 'S' representing 'Surbaisse'. Horsepower increased slightly to 35. Other improvements included a cast-aluminum firewall, larger sump, and an increase in brake size.
The Amilcar CGS was produced from 1924 through 1926. The Amilcar CGSs was produced from 1926 through 1929. In total there were around 4700 examples produced.
1927 Amilcar CGSS Race Car |
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| Year | 1927 |
| Make | Amilcar |
| Model | CGSS Race Car |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series | 1926 - 1929 |
| Weight | 1250 lbs | 567 kg |
| Combined MPG | 0.00 |
| Performance | |
| Top Speed | 115 km/h | 71.5 mph Similar top speeds |
| Engine | |
| Engine Configuration | I |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Aspiration/Induction | Normal |
| Displacement | 1074.00 cc | 65.5 cu in. | 1.1 L. |
| Horsepower | 39.00 HP (28.7 KW) @ 4500.00 RPM |
| HP to Weight Ratio | 32.1 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio) |
| HP / Liter | 35.5 BHP / Liter |
| Compression Ratio | 6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Petrol |
| Fuel Feed | Carburetor |
| Solex 26 MHG carburetor | |
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| Standard Transmission | |
| Gears | 3 |
| Transmission | Manual |
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