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 1294 engine was discontinued, and all Bagheeras were fitted with the 1442 cc engine, although there were differences in their carburetors. The doors and handles were changed from the previous design to those found on Rancho models.