THE HISTORY

Steely Tough and Built for Safety

Volvo’s emblem is the symbol for steel and ever since the first Volvo car was made in 1927, it had an enviable reputation for its toughness. It simply had to be tough because of Sweden’s mostly unfriendly climate - breaks downs in the middle of winter spelt death, not inconvenience! As they were decidedly over-engineered, Volvo cars performed exceptionally well in rallies, winning the European Rally Championship in 1963 - the year in which the car on display was built. The Volvo was a legend for its unsurpassed standard of safety. Today, Volvo Cars are part of Ford’s Premier Automotive Group and its influence on current Ford design is considerable.

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