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140, 160, 240, 260, 700 and 900: books - history
A book on Volvo 140, 160, 240, 740, 760, 940 or 960 cars? Explore here books on the history, types and construction of Volvo cars.
Volvo 140 & 160 Series (1966-1975) - Brooklands Portfolio
Brooklands Portfolio book about the Volvo 140 and 160 models from the years 1966-1975. Describes the Volvo 142, S, E, 144, S, GL, 145, S, 164E and Ruddspeed.
- The 47 articles, taken from contemporary British and American car magazines, provide much information about history, model changes and technology.
- Also driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, technical specifications, etc.
Information
Author: | R. M. Clarke |
Details: | 172 pages, 27 x 20 x 1.1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.43 in, paperback |
Illustrations: | 300 photos |
Publisher: | Brooklands Books (GB, 1996) |
Series: | Gold Portfolio |
ISBN: | 9781855203280 |
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Volvo 700 / 900 Series (1982-1998) - Essential Buyer's Guide
Essential Buyer's Guide by Veloce with practical advice for buying a Volvo 700 or 900 Series.
Versions: 760 GLE, GLE Turbo Diesel, Turbo 740 GL, GLE, GLT 16V, GLE Turbo Diesel, Turbo and SE 780 Bertone Coupé.
Years: 1982-1998.
This Essential Buyer's Guide for the Volvo 740, 760, 780, 940 and 960 will help you find the right car at the right price and answer the following questions:
- Stay or walk away? Initial evaluation of a Volvo 700 or 900.
- What is the right price? Valuation with a unique scoring system.
- How to check authenticity?
- Which models are most suitable?
- What are known defects?
- What are the possibilities and impact of a restoration?
- What are the maintenance costs?
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Author: | Tim A. Beavis |
Details: | 64 pages, 19.5 x 14 cm / 7.7 x 5.5 in, paperback |
Illustrations: | 100 colour photos |
Publisher: | Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2013) |
Series: | The Essential Buyer's Guide |
ISBN: | 9781845844561 |
Le Break Volvo 240 de mon père
Some manufacturers are famous for their convertibles, city cars, or limousines. But when it comes to station wagons, Volvo is the undisputed leader.
The 240/260 series, produced from 1974 to 1993, stands out for its exceptional longevity in the modern automotive industry. The 240 wagons are practical, safe, comfortable, and family-friendly cars, but above all, they are highly cherished. For 19 years, they set the standard in safety, providing optimal protection in case of an accident.
Very popular in the United States, and also available as sedans and coupes, the 240s are robust vehicles designed to withstand time and trends. This book covers the complete history of the Volvo 240, with numerous photos, period documents, and technical specifications of the various models.
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Author: | Thomas Morales |
Details: | 120 pages, 21.5 x 24 cm / 8.5 x 9 in, hardback |
Illustrations: | 201 b&w and colour photos |
Publisher: | ETAI (F, 2009) |
Series: | De mon père |
ISBN: | 9782726888377 |
Volvo 140 & 240 - Schwedens Klassiker
The Volvo 140 and 240 series cemented the brand's reputation for building long-lasting cars. The slogan "Safety from Swedish Steel" became iconic, even though Volvo sometimes used other materials. The transition from the 140 to the angular 240 model particularly reinforced this image.

In this book, Alessandro Rigatto explores the distinctive lines of these models that defined the streets. Through original photos, advertisements, and brochures, along with images from Rigatto's private archive, an experienced Volvo driver, expert, and restorer, a vivid portrait of these legendary Volvo series emerges.
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Author: | Alessandro Rigatto |
Details: | 144 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, hardback |
Illustrations: | 200 b&w and colour photos |
Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2020) |
ISBN: | 9783613043169 |
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