African Muscle Cars - Forum

Hello all.I need help with information regarding the Ford Corsair "83"
As far as I know sometime in 1965 Bernie Mariner (in charge of Ford's racing devision at the time) had 50 cars homologated from the Ford factory in order to compete on the South African circuit.
Any additional info will be appreciated.

Stunning original car. I must actually check the period material I have re this, always wondered why they called it 83...

What I have found out thus far is that the "83" was for 83horsepower.This verus the standard 75hp of the GT.The modifications made to the engine I have not been able to establish though.