Hongqi Qijian (紅旗 旗艦/红旗 旗舰) CA7460. 1998–2007 (prod. n/a). 4-door sedan, 4-door LWB sedans of various lengths. F/R, 4601 cm³ (V8 DOHC). Odd amalgam of Lincoln Town Car (1998–2011) mated to Chinese-designed grille and traditional Mao calligraphy badging, based around US-made kits and four years of development between Ford and FAW from 1994 to 1998. Flagship of Hongqi range, sitting above Audi 100 (C3)-based models. Considered highly advanced in its day with side impact beams, side airbags and ABS; Ford Modular DOHC engine generating 158 kW. Numerous lengths beyond standard model: Hongqi could stretch CA7460 by 0·8, 1·15, 1·35 or 2 metres.

Manufacturing location: Changchun, Jilin, China

Marque: Hongqi | Predecessor: Hongqi CA770 | Successor: Hongqi HQ3

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