Each Volvo model (1945-1995) has been painstakingly researched detailing body derivatives, production changes, technical information and hundreds of photos and diagrams, plus how the ever-changing advertising was used to promote each model. Profusely illustrated throughout, this is a worthy addition to the Veloce Pictorial History series.
A comprehensive pictorial history of Volvo cars produced from 1945 up to and including models in production in 1995. This really is the ‘go-to’ publication if you need to compare specific models.
The many models are categorised and detailed across several chapters. This book is a trip down memory lane for any post-war car enthusiast with fantastic illustrations from several sources, including line drawings, black & white plus colour period photos including interior detail. All models are covered including saloons, sports derivatives, limited editions, estates and coupes. A section on motor sport achievements and TV/movie appearances is included, along with contemporary advertising headlines, complementing the historical content, technical specifications, key production changes and build figures.
Trevor Alder learned to drive and passed his driving test in a 145E, and has previously written and compiled several motoring publications from his massive self-indexed magazine archive. This is a bookshelf-must for anyone interested in a slice of Volvo motoring heritage.
● Illustrated history of all Volvo cars produced between 1945 and 1995 ● Brief history of each specific model with key production changes ● Each model fully described with several annotated illustrations ● Comprehensive technical specification for each model, dimensions, weights, engines, performance ● Military applications ● Key achievements in motor sport ● TV show and movie appearances described ● Both interior and exterior diagrams and photographs ● Media advertising slogans for each model ● Comprehensive index
