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The book titles below contain illustrated copies of original reviews, road tests, reports, vehicle specifications, data and test details of different Volvo models exactly as they appeared in the major motoring publications during the latter half of the 20th Century and are a 'must-have' for all serious Volvo enthusiasts.

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Volvo PV444 & PV544 Performance Portfolio 1945-1965
BX188
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136 pages, 7 in colour & 300 b/w illustrations. Softbound.

Production started in 1947 & over the next 14 years the PV444 changed gradually, in 1958 the PV544 arrived. 44 articles give full coverage with road & comparison tests, model intros, owners report & buyers guide. Models covered: PV444, K, L, California, PV544, Sport & Special de Luxe.

Volvo 120 Amazon Ultimate Portfolio
BX189
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208 pages, approx. 400 illustrations. Softbound.

Some 64 articles drawn from six countries trace the development of the 120 series of sedans & wagons from their inception in 1956. Featured are road & comparison tests, new model intros, long-term & used car reports plus advice on buying a classic Amazon. 208 pages, approx. 400 illus. SB.

Volvo 1800 Ultimate Portfolio 1960-1973
BX190
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208 pages with 30 pages in colour. Over 250 illustrations. Softback.

The story of the first & longest-lived Volvo coupe is told through a wide variety of internationally published articles including road & comparison tests, technical data, driving & road impressions, new model intros for the P1800, S, E and ES models.

Volvo 140 & 160 Series Gold Portfolio 1966-1975
BX191
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172 pages, over 300 illustrations. Softback.

This is a book of contemporary road & comparison tests, new model intros, technical data, driving & road impressions, profile, long term tests plus advice on acquiring a good pre-owned car. Models covers: 142, S, E, 144, S, GL, 145, S, 164E & Ruddspeed.

Forty Years of Selling Volvo
BX192
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148 pages. Softback.

A large collection of adverts taken from North America tells the story of the Volvo. It covers the period from the 1950s through the swinging 60s, 70s, 80s to the 1990s. Was Volvo all about safety? You can decide for yourself with the aid of this comprehensive book.