Volvo 221
Overview
| Produced: |
1962-1969, 73196 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Estate,5 doors,4 seats |
In 1956 Volvo launched one of its most successful model ranges, the "Amazon" series. Starting with the 121 and 122 models the Amazon range soon established itself as a comfortable, reliable and well built car which also introduced new levels of safety equipment, still very much a novelty in the mid-50's!
The range continued to expand from 1956 with numerous models including 121, 122, 122S, 122 (updated and designated B18), 131, 132S, 133, 221/222 and finally a 123GT "sports" version. Various engines were used ranging from 1583cc to 1985cc and it was also available with the B20B engine in 1969 by special order. Different trim levels and equipment were also offered.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778cc | S4 OHV | Volvo S4 OHV | 84mm x 80mm | |
| 1985cc | S4 OHV | Volvo S4 OHV | 89mm x 80mm |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3907153014 | Volvo Cars 1927-2000 A Cavalcade: Christer Olsson | Vine House Distribution Ltd |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Beat Surrender |
144 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car April 2006 | |||
| Beat surrender - Volvo's foreign interloper 221 displaced the Wolseley 6/110 as the British forces' favourite in the mid-60s. Andrew Roberts tries to prevent an international incident. | ||||
| Article |
Classics June 2002 pg 44 |
44 |
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| Publication | Classics June 2002 | |||
| The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Executive saloons of the '80s offer pace and generous equipment levels. But which to go for? Peter Knivett examines three very different propositions... | ||||
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