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Volvo PV36 Carioca. 1935 - 1938
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Volvo PV36 Volvo also adopted the streamlined trend of the 1930s and in 1935 introduced the PV36, popularly known as the "Carioca".
The car featured independent front-wheel suspension with wishbones and coil springs and a very sturdy all-steel body with rear wheel spats. The body not only looked modern, it was also very safe as was proven in some serious accidents.
Technical facts: | |
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Prod. years: | 1935-1938 |
Prod. volume: | 501 |
Body style: | 6-seater saloon |
Engine: | In-line, 6-cylinder, side valves 3,670 cc(224 cu in) 84.14 x 110 mm; 80 bhp at 3,300 rpm. |
Transmission: | 3-speed with floor lever. |
Brakes: | Hydraulic on all wheels. |
Dimensions: | Wheelbase 116 in; weight 3,860 lbs. |
Miscellaneous: | Silent, smooth, expensive and slightly controversial, only 500 "Cariocas" were built and sold. Max speed was 120 kph. |
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