The Volvo Estate

Design Icon & Faithful Companion

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

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Beskrivning

Now in paperback!A dedicated publication that explains the history of the world’s most versatile station wagon, a global workhorse and comfortable family vehicle. Sweden’s answer to Germany’s people’s car arrived some 20 years earlier, and quickly paved the way for safe and dependable vehicles. This book chronicles the evolution of the Volvo estate car, with every model featured. Whether you are a Volvo lover or just have a general interest in cars, this book offers an informative and interesting look into a car that has had very little media coverage, despite its vast global sales success and the affection with which it is held by so many. This new edition has been updated with details of the latest models in 2019.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2019-10-22
Mått:208 x 208 x 16 mm
Vikt:506 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:160
Förlag:David & Charles
ISBN:9781787116078

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Mer om författaren

Ashley Hollebone has over 20 years experience within the film industry, ranging from the art department to Action Vehicle Coordinator. From teaching actors how to drive unusual vehicles, to road testing sexy metal, his life revolves around cars in the media. As a motoring journalist he has written for numerous titles and motoring shows. He also has a passion for pre-war motoring.

Recensioner i media

Updated and now available in paperback. Filled with photos of every Volvo wagon model, including some that have never been published before, this tome traces the history of Volvo's long roof models just as the automaker is focusing on station wagons again. - Autoweek. --- The Volvo Estate Design Icon and Faithful Friend makes a welcome addition to many a reader's bookcase. And the fact that it does so without costing a premium is also bonus. Treat yourself. You might learn a little too! - on-magazine.co.uk --- A thoroughly enjoyable book and nowhere near as boring as Volvo estate cars are supposed to be! Classic Driver

Innehållsförteckning

IntroductionChapter 1: The Early DaysChapter 2: DuettChapter 3: Amazon EstateChapter 4: 145Chapter 5: P1800ESChapter 6: 245/265Chapter 7: 740/760/960Chapter 8: 850 The Car of ChangeChapter 9: V40Chapter 10: V70 ClassicChapter 11: V70 P2 - 2000Chapter 12: XC90Chapter 13: V50Chapter 14: V70 P3Chapter 15: V60Chapter 16: XC60Chapter 17: XC90 Second GenerationChapter 18: V90Chapter 19: The Future