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Destined for more

1970s

Innovation ahead of its time. Production reaches 3M and the cutting-edge Martorell Technical Centre opens its doors.

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1973

The SEAT 132 saloon, SEAT 1430 and special SEAT 1600 greet the world. Ground breaks on the new Technical Centre.

1974

Car number 2 million calls for a celebration. Pamplona facilities pop up, paving the way for more amazing experiences.

1975

The SEAT 1200 Sport is the first bold creation of our new in-house R&D facility, the Martorell Technical Centre.

1976

There’s no slowing down. Following the launch of the SEAT 128, we mark a new milestone with car number 3 million.

1979

The first of its kind, the SEAT Ritmo, inspires the next decade of design. With support from new facilities in El Prat de Llobregat.