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BASE MODEL [2 records]

Record 1 1993-11-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Motor Vehicles and Bicycles
CONT

Almost every car make is offered as a base model about which price and fuel economy claims are made. The carmaker also offers more expensive trim levels plus a long list of optional equipment that allows you to outfit your car to your exact needs and taste.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Véhicules automobiles et bicyclettes
CONT

La plupart des constructeurs offrent un modèle de base. Le prix et la consommation d'essence annoncés dans la publicité sont établis pour ce modèle de base.

Spanish

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Record 2 1989-01-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Types of Motor Vehicles and Bicycles

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sortes de véhicules automobiles et de bicyclettes
OBS

Dans la gamme des modèles offerts par un constructeur automobile, il s'agit du modèle qui caractérise la marque et qui possède très peu d'options.

Spanish

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