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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.
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.