Volvo P220
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This model can
be described as an estate based on the 121/122S (Amazon). It made its debut at
the Stockholm Motor Show in February 1962. This extension of the model
programme gave Volvo a more extensive programme in one and the same car family
than ever before. It comprised 2- and 4-door saloons and 4-door
estate.
The P220 had four doors and the rear lid was divided into two
parts, one part folded down and the other folded up. This design was inspired
by estates from the USA.
The production of the P220 took place alongside
that of the PV445/P210 and the P220 became more frequent outside the Nordic
markets. This car represented yet another important step towards a more
family-oriented estate which was less of a into the commercial vehicle market.
In this way, the P220 played an important role for Volvo in its development as
leading producer of estates.
Technical facts:
|
| Prod. years: |
1962-1969 |
| Prod. volume: |
73,169 |
| Boy style: |
4-door estate |
| Engine: |
4-cylinder,
in-line, overhead valves, 1,778 cc (108 cu. in.), 84.14 x 80 mm, 75 or 90 bhp,
and later 1,986 cc (121 cu. in.), 88.9x80 mm. |
| Transmission: |
4-speed manual with
floor-mounted gear lever or 3-speed atomatic with gear lever on steering
column. |
| Brakes: |
Hydraulic drums on
all wheels initially, discs on the front wheels at a later stage. |
| Dimensions: |
Overall length 449
cm/176.8", wheelbase 260 cm/102". |