1979 - The 1294 engine was dropped and all Bagheeras got the 1442 cc engine but with variations in carburation. New doors and handles from the Rancho replaced the previously `hidden' door handles.
In 1979, the Bagheera model underwent a significant change, replacing the 1294 engine with the 1442 cc engine. The new engine was accompanied by variations in carburetor design.  The doors and handles were also updated to those found on Rancho models.