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  Volvo Duett - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The design is based on the Volvo PV sedan and the front is the same, but instead of coil springs on all four corners as with the PV, the rear of the Duett is supported by leaf springs.
Use of the separate ladder chassis provided Volvo with an easy solution in their desire to produce a suitable commercial vehicle even though some thought it a regression when pointing out that the basis for the wagon was developed from Volvo's first unibodied car; the PV444 introduced in 1947.
The utility of the car was highly regarded and as a replacement, Volvo produced a highroofed version of the Volvo 145 estate wagon known as an Express.
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 Volvo Cars - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Volvo Cars, or Volvo Personvagnar, is a automobile maker that was founded in 1927 in the city of Gothenburg in Sweden.
The Volvo design team invented both the 'safety cage' and 'crumple zone' concept, where passengers are protected in a strong, encircling frame and the energy of a crash is absorbed by destruction of the hood or trunk of the car.
In the early 1970s Volvo acquired the car-making division of the Dutch company DAF, and marketed their small cars as Volvos before releasing the Dutch-built Volvo 340, which went on to be one of the biggest-selling cars in the UK market in the 1980s.
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 Volvo Duett -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The Duett was an (4-wheeled motor vehicle; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine) automobile from (additional info and facts about Volvo) Volvo that was in production from 1953 to 1969.
It is based on the (additional info and facts about Volvo PV) Volvo PV sedan and the front is the same, but instead of coil springs on all four corners as with the PV, the rear of the Duett is supported by leaf springs.
Use of the separate ladder chassis provided Volvo with an easy solution in their desire to produce a suitable commercial vehicle even though some thought it a regression when pointing out that the basis for the wagon was developed from Volvo's first unibodied car; the (additional info and facts about PV444) PV444 introduced in 1947.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/v/vo/volvo_duett.htm   (473 words)

  
 Volvo B16 engine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
These engines were fitted to the PV444 in it's final two years (1957 and 1958), the Volvo PV544 in it's 1958 introduction, as well as the companion estate and van versions known as Volvo P445, Volvo P210, and Volvo Duett.
A new Volvo automobile intruduced in 1956, known in some markets as the Volvo Amazon or Volvo 122 was the first production Volvo to sport this engine in any significant number although some of the later examples of the short-lived Volvo P1900 were also fitted with them.
The Volvo BM T425 tractor is one such example of a non-automotive use for the B16.
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 vvspy.com -
Volvo PV 445 Duett was manufactured between 1953 and 1969 in a total of 90,000 units.
Volvo 740/760, 940/960 Estate and V90 (1985-1998) A further stride forward in the estate car concept was taken in 1985 with the introduction of a five-door version of Volvo 740/760, which radiated total harmony and well-thought-out design solutions.
Volvo 850 was a different kind of estate, perhaps more of a sporty five-door saloon, with its daring tail-lamp arrangement and a rear compartment that few or no other estates on the market could equal in terms of safety, smartness and versatility.
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 Volvo - Wikipedia
Volvo is a automobile maker that was founded in 1927 in the city of Gothenburg in Sweden, as a spin-off from roller ball bearing maker SKF.
In the early 1970s Volvo acquired the car-making division of the Dutch company DAF, and marketed their small cars as Volvos before releasing the Dutch-built 340 series.
On January 28, 1998 Ford Motor Company announced the buyout of Volvo for $6.45 billion and in 1999, the automobile manufactuing of Volvo was acquired by Ford.
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 AutoWeb - Three Milestones on the Road to the Uncompromising Wagon
It was perfectly logical for the Volvo 140 to be succeeded in 1974 by the Volvo 240.
The Volvo 850 was a different kind of wagon, with its daring tail-lamp arrangement and a rear compartment that few, if any, other competitors on the market could equal in terms of safety, smartness and versatility.
Accordingly, the Volvo 850 wagon became the standard in the business and the model followed the evolution of the Volvo 850 into new areas of performance, traction and excitement with the T5, the T5 R and the All Wheel Drive.
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 Volvo Cars   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The Volvo design team invented both the safety cage and crumple zones concept, where passengers are protected in a strong safety cage and the energy in a crash is absorbed by destruction of the crumple zones.
Volvo also was the first company to produce cars with padded dashboards starting in late 1956 with their Amazon model, negating the need for air bags long before their introduction.
In the early 1970s Volvo acquired the car-making division of the Dutch company DAF, and marketed their small cars as Volvos before releasing the Dutch-built 340 series, which went on to be one of the biggest-selling cars in the UK market in the 1980s.
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 Leveranschassi Volvo PV - Karosser - Tillverkare   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Since the introduction of the Volvo duett in 1953, the vans produced by the independent coachbuilders in general was stopped.
Volvo tried to produce their own pickup and two prototypes were manufactured.
Several rebuildings of regular duetts to pickups were done by coachbuilders or in private after dropping the production of deliver chassis in 1962.
home.swipnet.se /lev_chassi/volvo_e.html   (199 words)

  
 An official history of Volvo's family-friendly wagons  11/1/00
Volvo’s commitment to building the quintessential family car began with the Volvo PV445 Duett in 1953 and has continued to play a pivotal role through the development of every new model range since then.
Volvo PV445 (1953 - 1969) - Hardly anyone called the first Volvo wagon by its official name; instead, it became known as the Duett, because it was a flexible and nippy van during working hours and a spacious, comfortable passenger car during leisure hours.
Volvo made history by moving to the racing track to prove there was no contradiction between a family wagon and true driving pleasure.
www.fastlane.com.au /Features/Volvo_wagons_history.htm   (721 words)

  
 MWEB Motoring
The Volvo Amazon was built until 1969, both as a passenger car under the designations P121 and P122, and as an estate car, the P220.
The Volvo 245 was launched together with the 244 and 242 and was followed a year later by the more upmarket six-cylinder 265 models.
Volvo’s latest addition in the segment for practical, spacious cars is the XC90, which was first revealed at the Detroit Motor Show in 2002.
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 History of Volvo
Volvo has been involved with manufacturing military vehicles and equipment for the Swedish Army through all the years and the 915 "Suggan" (the Sow) is just one of the many.
Volvo celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1977 and commemorated the occasion with a limited edition 244 and 264 model, called Jubilee.
Volvo has produced concept test platforms through the years and the VSCC (Volvo Safety Concept Car) of the new Century is one of them.
www.swedecar.com /volvo_history.htm   (2073 words)

  
 Volvo P210 Duett   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Brake parts for Volvo PV and Duett; 444, 445 and 544, 210 - P210 1959-1969 Part no. is 273172 This is the genuine Volvo kit, though with old-style...
Volvo Duett P210 1967 from Finland - For Sale/Till Salu: Volvo P210 Duett 1967 in Finland.
Volvo Adventures, Spec 145 Express - Latest news; This Volvo is now for Sale - The Volvo 145 Express has been developed to replace the famous Volvo P210 Duett.
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 Fifty Years of Volvo Versatility ... Wagon Segment Leader Celebrates a Milestone
The Duett was named for its 'dual purpose' as a flexible, fast, yet durable van during working hours and a spacious, stylish, comfortable passenger car during leisure time.
Volvo design philosophy mirrors true Scandinavian design principles where 'form and function' are combined to create a wagon for all seasons.
The Volvo 740 Turbo Wagon was the only wagon on the market that could reach 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds with top speed of about 121 mph, turn around in 34 feet, tow 3,300 lbs.
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 Volvo Cars   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo Cars, or Volvo Personvagnar, is a luxury automobile maker that was founded in 1927 in the city of Gothenburg in Sweden, as a spin-off from roller ball bearing maker SKF.
It was owned by Volvo until 1998, when it was acquired by the Ford Motor Company and placed in its Premier Automotive Group, Ford's luxury division, where it sits alongside Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Land Rover.
Even today, the Volvo S80 is regarded by many to be the safest mass-production car in the world.
www.worldhistory.com /wiki/V/Volvo-Cars.htm   (1098 words)

  
 VOLVO PV445 DUETT
The estate version was called the Duett - two vehicles in one, workhorse during the week when just the two front seats and a large load area could be created, and family car at weekends, capable of accommodating up to five passengers with the rear seat in use.
By co-incidence, Brooklin first produced their ’53 Duett and van in their Rob Eddie range of Swedish subjects around the same time, several variations have appeared since including vans in the liveries of ‘Volvo Service’; ‘Swedish Air Lines’; and a Police van.
Hubcaps are plated, and feature that familiar Volvo arrowed circle design, but all four have a casting line across their middle and are fixed off-centre into their wheels.
www.whitemetal-model-reviews.co.uk /REVOLVOPV445.htm   (866 words)

  
 Rusnak Automotive Group: Automobiles Dealer & Automotive Dealership — Car Sales, Service & Parts Facilities   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
It also is the 50th anniversary of the introduction of Volvo’s first wagon, the Duett.
Volvo didn’t begin importing vehicles into the U.S. until 1959 when small numbers of the P210 Duett or Estate (Wagon) became available.
Volvo has offered a wagon, continuously since the Duett was introduced in 1959, culminating in the powerful 300 horsepower V70R that can be experienced at Rusnak Volvo in Pasadena.
www.rusnakautogroup.com /articles/0503_volvo.htm   (157 words)

  
 volvo cars   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo Cars, or Volvo Personvagnar, is an automobile maker that was founded in 1927 in the city of Gothenburg in Sweden, as a spin-off from roller ball bearing maker SKF.
It was owned by Volvo until 1999, when it was acquired by the Ford Motor Company.
However by the mid-1990s there was little to distinguish most manufacturers on safety when put through tests such as EuroNCAP.
www.yourencyclopedia.net /volvo_cars.html   (487 words)

  
 Volvo Adventures, P210 Duett
Volvo Adventures is a New Zealand based Volvo resource for the older Volvo models
My Duett was made in the city of Göteborg.
In year 1984 there were 377 registered Duetts in Finland.
www.volvoadventures.com /210Duettspec.html   (258 words)

  
 vovo car information,volvo car   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
The Volvo design team patented the 3-point seatbeltbut soon after released it to the public, making Volvo the first company to offer as standard equipment this restraint.
In the early 1970s Volvo acquired the car-making division of the Dutch company DAF, and marketed their small carsas Volvos before releasing the Dutch-built 340 series.
Volvo, as one of the largest truck manufacturers in the world, took the initiative to sell its automobile manufacturing in1998 in order to fully focus its efforts on the market for commercial vehicles.
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 Volvo - Volvo Ocean Race 2005-2006   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo Parts Wholesale offers discount prices on new, OEM and aftermarket Volvo auto parts and Volvo car parts for all Volvo models.
The Volvo XC90 made of LEGO bricks was unveiled today at the New York Auto Show.
Volvo's new concept car, launched at the Geneva motor show, is a car designed by women for women.
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 Volvo Duett - Encyclopedia Glossary Meaning Explanation Volvo Duett   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo Duett - Encyclopedia Glossary Meaning Explanation Volvo Duett.
The list of the Volvo Duett Authors is
The orginal Volvo Duett article can be editet
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 Results for Duett   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Duett Saddles: The Partnership of Horse and Rider
The Duett sealing device is used by cardiologists and radiologists to seal the...
Volvo Duett P210, version 21134 CL. Engine Type : B18 A Performance, HP at rpm : SAE...
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 #1 Ycc Volvo Informer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo's latest offering seems to be almost more of a break with tradition than the Women's Institute members stripping off.
YCC Volvo ECC edit Engine types B4B and B14A - fitted into the Volvo PV and Volvo Duett from 1947 to 1956 B16 (A and B) - fitted into the PV, Duett and Volvo Amazon from 1957 to 1960 B18 and B20 - 1.8L2.0L OHV.
Geneva (AP) Volvo Car's decision 14 months ago to allow hundreds of female employees to create a vehicle that suits their needs has given birth to a roomy, 215-horsepower coupe that's easy to park.
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 CarsEverything - Fifty Years Of Volvo Versatility.
A glance back at "Fifty Year of Volvo Versatility" reveals a continuum of innovations, utility, and safety: With the P122 Wagon, or 'Amazon,' Volvo's consultation with doctors in the field of back pain led the way to the development of the most technologically 'orthopedically designed ' seats in the industry.
And so, in 1985 Volvo designers convinced the engineers and safety experts that Volvo could be both responsible and sporty," In the mid-eighties, the 700 series wagon went into production with more of a focus on contemporary lifestyle and leisure.
The 2003/2004 Volvo automobile line includes the award-winning XC90, the sporty S60 sedan - including the award-winning performance sedan - S60 R, the flagship S80 luxury sedan, versatile V70 wagon and rugged XC70 (Cross Country), the C70 convertible, and the compact S40 and V40 models.
www.carseverything.com /content/article/1499   (1290 words)

  
 Epa traktor Duett -65
When I was 15 I really wanted a car so I got this Volvo, a 1965 Duett.
The first thing I had to do was lift the body off and fix all the rust.
Volvo is the perfect car to rebuild, start fixing with, easy to work on.
www.mds.mdh.se /~mas95jed/duett.htm   (520 words)

  
 Volvo Owners Club - More Links
Volvo Klassiekers een zeer uitgebreide Volvo-site voor Amazon, Katterug, Duett, Combi, P1800 en 140
Volvo Parts 240 740 760 940 960 850 70 544 122 140 164 1800 80 60 models
Volvo Parts, Used and New, 240, 122s, 740, 544, 1800, 140, 850, and more
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 classic volvo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
A mix of lively text and sumptuous photography, the book gives an overview of Volvo's history from its formation in Sweden in 1925 through to the present day, describing the cars in fascinating detail, and giving technical information, buying tips and personal impressions of individual models.
While Volvo continues to develop its sexy image, the enthusiast fan-base for the classic models remains strong, which makes this marque a prime addition to the popular Haynes Classic Makes Series.
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 Volvo at opensource encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-07)
Volvo Group is one of the worlds leading providers of commercial transport solutions.
Volvo is the world's second largest bus manufacturer, with a complete range of heavy buses to meet demanding customers...
The Volvo S40 is an attainable sports sedan offering you adventures in power with absolute handling.
www.springknow.com /Volvo.html   (590 words)

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