## PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 Mark 1 & 2

The PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 Mark 1 & 2 are British automobiles that were produced from 1964 to 1974. They were based on the BMC ADO16 platform, which was also used for the Austin 1100/1300, Morris 1100/1300, MG 1100/1300, and Riley Kestrel/1300.

The PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 were available in two-door saloon and four-door estate body styles. They were powered by a variety of BMC A-Series engines, ranging from 1.1 to 1.3 liters in displacement.

The PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 were well-equipped for their time, with features such as leather upholstery, wood trim, and a sunroof. They were also praised for their handling and performance.

However, the PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 were relatively expensive, and they did not sell as well as some of their competitors. Production ended in 1974, after a total of 23,499 units had been built.

Today, the PRINCESS Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300 are considered to be classic cars. They are popular with collectors and enthusiasts, and they are often seen at classic car shows and events.

### Technical Specifications

**Engine:** BMC A-Series inline-four
**Displacement:** 1.1 liters (1098 cc) or 1.3 liters (1275 cc)
**Power:** 55 bhp (41 kW) at 5500 rpm or 65 bhp (48 kW) at 5750 rpm
**Torque:** 72 lb·ft (98 N·m) at 3250 rpm or 81 lb·ft (110 N·m) at 3500 rpm
**Transmission:** Four-speed manual or three-speed automatic
**Suspension:** Independent front suspension with MacPherson struts and coil springs, live rear axle with leaf springs
**Brakes:** Disc brakes at the front, drum brakes at the rear
**Dimensions:** Length: 13 feet 11 inches (424 cm), Width: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm), Height: 4 feet 10 inches (147 cm)
**Weight:** 1,850 pounds (840 kg)

### Performance

**0-60 mph:** 14.5 seconds (1.1 liter) or 13.5 seconds (1.3 liter)
**Top speed:** 85 mph (137 km/h) (1.1 liter) or 90 mph (145 km/h) (1.3 liter)
**Fuel economy:** 30 mpg (UK) (12 km/l) (1.1 liter) or 28 mpg (UK) (11 km/l) (1.3 liter)

This BMC Factory Service Manual is the most comprehensive workshop manual available, fully bookmarked for easy navigation.

With easy, step by step instructions, this manual is suitable for the home workshop mechanic or professional technician to help you maintain, repair or restore your Princess Vanden Plas 1100 & 1300.

This BMC Workshop Repair Manual is for the following models made from 1962-1971:

Princess Vanden Plas 1100 Mark 1
Princess Vanden Plas 1100 Mark 2
Princess Vanden Plas 1300 Mark 2

The following is a list of information in this BMC Workshop Repair Manual.

Introduction
Contents
General Data
General Information
Engine
Ignition System
Cooling System
Fuel System
Clutch
Transmission
Drive Shafts
Steering Gear
Suspension
Braking System
Electrical System
Wheels & Tyres
Lubrication
Body
Air Conditioning

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