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In 1968 a replacement was developed ; the Tatra T613.

It was styled by the Italian styling house of Vignale and was a more modern, less rounded shape.

It was not until 1973 that any were actually produced by the factory, and volume production did not begin until the following year.

Although the layout remained the same, the body was all new, as was the engine, being equipped with four overhead camshafts, a higher capacity ( 3495 cc ) and an output close to.

In addition, it had been moved somewhat forward for improved balance.

These cars were built in five series and several modifications until 1996.

It is a tribute to Vignale's styling that they did not look dated until rather late in that time period.

Over 11, 000 cars were built, slowing to a trickle of but a few dozen a year towards the end as Tatras began to seem more and more outdated.