1979 Volvo 262 C 138295 Miles Silver Coupe 2.6L V6 Automatic

1979 Volvo 262 C Description

The Volvo 262C is considered Volvo's first "Luxury Coupe". The inspiration came from an group of American automotive industrialists led by Henry Ford ll traveled to Sweden to tour Volvo's new Kalmar factory. The Americans brought with them cars to drive all were 2 door Lincoln Mark coupes with low roofs and wide C-pilars. American Cars were rare in Sweden and they caught the attention of Swedish people inside and outside the Factory. Volvo courted European body designer Carrozzeria Bertone to... take on the luxury coupe project and the 262C Bertone Coupe was born. The body and interior conversions offered by Bertone added a level of luxury never seen before in a Volvo GR auto Gallery is pleased to offer this one owner well cared for example of the rare Volvo 262C Bertone Coupe. The car presents itself in excellent original condition as it has been properly maintained and dealer serviced since purchased new. The car features its original factory silver over black leather interior with black vinyl roof and turbine style wheels. The car is powered by its 2.6 liter 6 cylinder aluminum V6 engine automatic transmission. Other highlights include: Posh leather interior hard mounted vintage mobile phone excellent dash clock and Kenwood sound system. At just over 139000 miles since new the car has been inducted into the prestigious Volvo High Mile Club. This award is given to cars that age gracefully through responsible ownership and dealer service. The stylish 262CBertone Couple's world wide production was only 6622 cars giving it true exclusivity. These cars are rare and one in this condition is a hard find. Documentation includes: Original books and manuals service book High Mileage Club credentials with letter from Volvo. To see over 80 photos of this car including under carriage please visit our website