Hillman - Hillman Hunter
The Hillman Hunter first appeared in 1966, shortly before Roots were taken over by Chrysler. The new Hillman Hunter replaced the Minx and Super Minx models. A totally new and modern body style using the existing 1725cc design overhead valve Super Minx engine, and now with 5 main bearings and another 10bhp extracted from it. A 1500cc version was also available called the Hillman Hunter DeLuxe. In 1972 the Hunter GLS model was added, with a further 20 bhp extracted from the tuned twin Weber Holbay tuned engine. The last Hillman Hunters were made in 1979.
The original tyre size for the Hillman Hunter was 165R13, and Blockley makes an excellent example with a steel belt construction 165HR13 with good speed rating. We have also seen listed in tyre fitment guides the "fatter" 175/70R13 size also. Either of these tyres will transform the handling of the Hillman Hunter - see full details below:
