Volvo 262 C
Volvo 262 C ( 1976 to 1980 )
The Volvo 262 is a C up to the spring of 1982 built by the summer of 1976 cars of Swedish car manufacturer Volvo.
He had no immediate predecessor is, however, considered by many as the successor of the well known as Snow White's Coffin Volvo P1800 ES, which had been built by the summer of 1971 until the end of 1973. The designs for the model came from the designer Jan Wilsgaard. Target group were wealthy residents of big cities on the North American east and west coasts.
Development and production
As the basis of a first prototype of the Volvo 164 was used, in a vehicle of this series were in Italian bodywork plant Sergio Coggiola in Beinasco / Turin ( Italy), the two rear doors removed and lowered the roofline. The findings from the conversion of that Volvo 164 were converted by the body specialist in the construction of the 262 C Bertone.
A total of 6,622 pieces of the Volvo 262 C were prepared by Bertone in the nearly six -year construction period.
Equipment and engine
The Volvo 262 C was a coupe that was located in the upper class. Besides air conditioning, cruise control and heated seats among other leather seats, wooden interior, power windows and power steering were fitted as standard. When transmission is a manual four- speed transmission with overdrive or a three -speed automatic BorgWarner were offered optionally.
As a motor, a six-cylinder injection engine has been used. Known as the " PRV engine " machine was developed in cooperation with Peugeot and Renault and since 1974 in the sedans and station wagons, the Volvo 260 series in use.
With the introduction of the 262 C in August 1976, the engine 103 kW ( 140 hp ) made from 2.7 liters of displacement. The following year, the power to 109 kW ( 148 hp ) was raised.
In the fall of 1980, the coupe has undergone as the sedan and the wagon in the 260s series a facelift, with fittings, headlights, turn signals and bumpers were changed. From then on, the engine developed 114 kW now (155 hp) from a 2.9 liter displacement. The top speed was about 180 km / h
In the first two years of production, the cars were factory- supplied exclusively in silver metallic with black vinyl roof, whereby Gold Metallic became available later. The last models of production were also available in the colors black, brown and light blue metallic, with or without vinyl roof.
Funds and value
The model applies to a production figure of 6,622 pieces a rarity. The majority of the still existing vehicles can be found in the U.S., as there was with about 75 % of the sales focus. The vehicles suffer today (2008 ) under the Bertone at the time negligently operated rust prevention, so that well-maintained vehicles are very expensive with little rust.
Reach received in original condition car in Note 2, with low mileage and slightly exceed prices of 10,000 to 15,000 €.
Maintenance and spare part location
Gasoline and inspection
The fuel consumption of the vehicle, depending on driving style at 11 to 20 l/100 km. The manufacturer provides an inspection interval of 10,000 km.
Taxation
The Volvo 262 C is currently classified in the highest tax bracket for lack of a catalyst. U.S. models, however, have a regulated catalytic converter. European vehicles can be retrofitted. However, there is the option to allow vehicles with H-plates at a reduced rate as a classic car in Germany.
Spare Parts
The spare parts situation varies depending on the component between good to very bad. Extremely difficult is the supply of parts for the interior, as many of the relevant parts have been manufactured specifically for this model. Likewise, individual body parts are to get a result of the special design by Bertone as new probably only as a one-off production. In contrast, technical components ( engine and transmission, etc.) are readily available both through various German traders as well as about Volvo at any time, as these parts which are 100 % compatible with other models of the 200 series.