Perana Performance Group

The Perana cars were based on the Ford Cortina, Ford Capri, Ford Escort, Ford Granada and Ford Sapphire. In each model (except the Escort XR3 and Sapphire) Basil Green used a larger capacity, more powerful engine instead of the standard unit. In addition to the engine upgrades, other changes were made to suspension and brakes.

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The Perana cars were based on the Ford Cortina, Ford Capri, Ford Escort, Ford Granada and Ford Sapphire. In each model (except the Escort XR3 and Sapphire) Basil Green used a larger capacity, more powerful engine instead of the standard unit. In addition to the engine upgrades, other changes were made to suspension and brakes.

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South Africa

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Gqeberha

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2007

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http://www.perana.org/

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