Ford F150
Ford F150 Truck pictured in Porlamar Venezuela on 2008. This truck is probably from mid 1980´s.
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Volkswagen Transporter T2b
VW Transporter T2b photographed in Porlamar Venezuela in 2008. Nicely painted car!
Ford F-600
Ford F-600 water truck photographed in Venezuela in 2008. The truck is most likely the 1970 model.FSO Polonez Caro Plus
FSO Polonez Caro Plus police car photographed in Krakova Poland in 2008. FSO Polonez models were produced in Poland from 1978 to 2002.Nissan Bluebird
Nissan Bluebird photographed in Finland in 2008. Bluebird, launched in Japan in 1957, included compact and medium-sized cars. The export versions were called Datsun Bluebird. Bluebird is one of the most enduring models of Nissan – even today the model name is used by the Nissan Bluebird Sylphy. This Bluebird in the picture is from mid 1960´s.Saab 96
Saab 96 V4 pictured in Finland in 2008. The 96 was introduced in 1960 and produced in Sweden and Finland until 1980. This one in the picture is from the beginning of 1970´s.
Trabant 601
The legendary DDR car Trabant 601 S pictured in Kolozsvár (Cluj-Napoca) Romania in 2008. Trabant 601 (Trabant P 60 series) was produced in East Germany from 1963 to 1991. The car had no significant change for almost 30 years of production. Trabant was famous of its duroplast plastic body panels. Trabant was powered by a smoky two-stroke 594cc engine with two cylinders giving the vehicle very modest performance.Ford Cortina Station Wagon
Ford Cortina Station Wagon (mark II) pictured in Finland in 2008. The mark II Cortina was introduced by Ford of Britain in 1966, four years after the original Cortina. Mark II became the best selling new model in Britain in 1967. The next generation, larger mark III Cortina was released in 1970.
Datsun 100A
Datsun Cherry E10 was introduced in 1970. It was Nissan´s first front-wheel-drive model. In Europe the E10 was called Datsun 100A. This 100A is photographed in Kotka Finland / 2008.Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf Mark I photographed in Tartu Estonia 2008. Golf Mark I was introduced in 1974 and produced until 1983. It became a successful replacement for the air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle. Since introduction the Golf has been Volkswagen's best-selling model.FSC Żuk
A Polish van Zuk photographed in Krakova Poland in 2008. Zuk was produced by by car manufacturer FSC in Lublin between 1958 and 1997. UAZ-452
An ambulance UAZ 452 photographed in Tartu Estonia 2008. The UAZ-452 (van, pick-up, truck) was introduced in Soviet Union in 1966.Chevrolet Caprice Classic Brougham
The Chevrolet Caprice Classic Brougham photographed in Helsinki Finland 2008. The Caprice was introduced by Chevrolet in 1965 to compete with Ford's luxurious LTD series. By 1985 the Brougham became the new top offering of Chevrolet Caprice. Brougham had more luxurious interior than the regular Caprice Classic. The production of Caprice ended in 1996.Warszawa
A Polish car Warszawa photographed in Krakova 2008. Warszawa, identical to Soviet Popeda, was manufactured from 1951 to 1973 under license from Soviet car manufacturer GAZ. Ford Transit mark I
One of the most popular vans of all time, Ford Transit, has been in continuous production since 1965. The first Transits came out of production line in England 1965. This Transit mark I is photographed in Helsinki Finland 2008. The mark I was produced beetween 1965-1978.Skoda 120 L
Skoda
Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle
The Most Famous Car in the World, The Volkswagen Type 1, commonly known as the Beetle, photographed in Finland in 2007. This beetle in the picture is the 1964 model. Beetle was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen from 1938 until 2003. The last Beetle made in Germany left the production line in 1978. However, the production continued in Mexico and Brazil. The very last old-style Beetle rolled out of production in Mexico in 2003.
Polski-Fiat 125p
Polski-Fiat 125p photographed in Krakova Poland in 2008. Polski-Fiat 125 was based on Fiat 125 and produced in Poland under licence from Fiat. Production continued from 1968 until 1991. The car in the picture is from mid 1970´s.Polski-Fiat 125p
Polski-Fiat 125p photographed in Krakova Poland in 2008. Polski-Fiat 125 was based on Fiat 125 and produced in Poland under licence from Fiat. Production continued from 1968 until 1991.Polski-Fiat 126p
Polski-Fiat 126p ( FSM 126 ) pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. The 126p was produced in Poland between 1973 and 2000 with Italian Fiat license. Due to its low price it was very popular in Poland in 1980s. Its small size gave it the nickname “Maluch” ("the small one").Polski-Fiat 126p
Polski-Fiat 126p ( FSM 126 ) pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. The 126p was produced in Poland between 1973 and 2000 with Italian Fiat license. Due to its low price it was very popular in Poland in 1980s. Its small size gave it the nickname “Maluch” ("the small one").Polski-Fiat 126p
Polski-Fiat 126p ( FSM 126 ) pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. The 126p was produced in Poland between 1973 and 2000 with Italian Fiat license. Due to its low price it was very popular in Poland in 1980s. Its small size gave it the nickname “Maluch” ("the small one").Trabant 601 S
The legendary DDR car Trabant 601 S pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. Trabant 601 (Trabant P 60 series) was produced in East Germany from 1963 to 1991. The car had no significant change for almost 30 years of production. Trabant was famous of its duroplast plastic body panels. Trabant was powered by a smoky two-stroke 594cc engine with two cylinders giving the vehicle very modest performance.Trabant 601
Legendary DDR car Trabant 601 pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. Trabant 601 (Trabant P 60 series) was produced in East Germany from 1963 to 1991.
Trabant 601
Legendary DDR car Trabant 601 pictured in Krakova Poland in 2008. Trabant 601 (Trabant P 60 series) was produced in East Germany from 1963 to 1991.
Volkswagen Beetle
Legendary Volkswagen Type 1, commonly known as the Beetle, photographed in Finland in 2007. This Beetle in the picture is the 1970 model. Beetle was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen from 1938 until 2003. The last Beetle made in Germany left the production line in 1978. However, the production continued in South-America until the very last old-style Beetle rolled out of production in Mexico in 2003.
Nicknames of Volkswagen Type 1 in other languages:
Nicknames of Volkswagen Type 1 in other languages:
Boble (Norway), Bogár (Hungrary), Buba (Croatia), Bubbla (Sweden), Broscuţă (Romania), Carocha (Portugal). Cepillo (Dominican Republic), Coccinelle (French), Escarabajo (Spain), Folcika (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Fusca (Brazil), Fusquinha (Brazil), Garbus (Poland), Hrošč (Slovenia), Kabutomushi (カブトムシ）(Japan), Käfer (German), Kever (Netherlands), Kifuu (Kenya), Kodok (Indonesia), Kobe (Tanzania), Kupla (Finland), Maggiolino (Italy), Põrnikas (Estonian), Peta (Bolivia), Poncho, Popoy, Pulga, Punchbug, Vocho (Mexico), Pichirilo (Colombia, Ecuador), Volky, Volkswagen Bug, Vosvos (Turkey), Буба (Serbia), รถเต่า (Thailand), Костенурка (Bulgarian), Фольксваген-Жук (Russia)Foxy (Pakistan), 甲蟲車 甲虫车 (China)
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf Mark 2 photographed in Finland 2007. Golf´s second-generation was launched in 1983 and was produced until 1993. The Golf was originally introduced in 1974. It became a successful replacement for the air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle. Since then the Golf has been Volkswagen's best-selling model.
Skoda 130
Skoda 130 photographed in Finland 2007. The Skoda 130 series was introduced in 1983 in Czechoslovakia. The construction of Skoda 130 series dated back to the 1960's, and therefore the car was out of date by the 1980's. The 1289 cc engine (43 kW) gave it very modest performance. The production of the 130 series continued until 1990, when the last rear-engined Skodas left the production line.
Chevrolet Malibu Classic
Chevrolet Malibu Classic pictured in Margarita Island Venezuela in 2005. This taxi Malibu is probably from mid 1970´s. Land Rover Series III Photo
Land Rover Series III station wagon pictured in Sardinia Italy in 2007. This red Land Rover is most probably the 1974 model.Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 pictured in Finland in 2007. The 240 was introduced in 1974 and the production continued until 1993, in total 2.8 million units were built. Volvo 240 was considered to be one of the safest car of its own time.Toyota Hiace
The 3rd generation model Toyota Hiace (produced 1982-1985) pictured in Finland in 2007. Hiace is known for its reliability and low maintenance costs. No wonder Toyota Hiace has been one of the best-selling vans since it was launched in 1967.Mercedes Benz 230
Mercedes Benz 230 photographed in Bursa Turkey in 2006. The model is from mid 1970´s.
Fiat 124 Sport Spider
Red cabriolet Fiat 124 Sport Spider photographed in Sardinia Italy in 2007 [Thanks Margit for the picture]. The 124 Sport Spider was launched in 1966 and the production continued until 1985. Thanks to its long run it became classic of its own time. BMW 2500
The BMW 2500 photographed in Finland in 2007. BMW introduced six-cylinder 4-Door Sedan models 2500 and 2800 in 1968. The BMW New Six series (six-cylinder) was planned to compete with the Mercedes-Benz´s luxury cars. The BMW 2500 was produced from 1968 to 1977.Opel Kadett D
Opel Kadett D (British version Vauxhall Astra Mark 1) pictured in Finland in 2007. The fourth generation of Kadett was introduced in 1979 and produced until 1984. It was Opel´s first front wheel drive car.Trabant 601
Legendary DDR car Trabant 601 pictured in Berlin in 2007. Trabant 601 (Trabant P 60 series) was produced in East Germany from 1963 to 1991. The car had no significant change for almost 30 years of production. Trabant was famous of its duroplast plastic body panels. Trabant was powered by a smoky two-stroke 594cc engine with two cylinders giving the vehicle very modest performance.Scania-Vabis bus
This sympathic bus is probably Scania-Vabis from 1960´s. Photo Damaskos, Syria 2006.
Lada Niva Under Water Video
Niva goes diving!
Lada Niva is a Russian off road car built by AutoVAZ. The Niva, introduced 1977, was Lada´s first car not based on a Fiat model. The production has continued throughout the years with only some minor changes.
Lada Niva is a Russian off road car built by AutoVAZ. The Niva, introduced 1977, was Lada´s first car not based on a Fiat model. The production has continued throughout the years with only some minor changes.
Lada Niva
The Lada Niva (VAZ 2121) pictured in Viljandi Estonia in 2007. The Niva is a Russian off road car built by AutoVAZ. The Niva, introduced 1977, was Lada´s first car not based on a Fiat model. The production continued throughout the years with only some minor changes. Chevrolet Niva, a modernized Lada Niva was launched in 2003 by GM-AvtoVAZ, a joint venture between AutoVAZ and General Motors. Autobianchi A112
The Autobianchi A112 photographed in Sardinia Italy in 2007. The Autobianchi A112 was an Italian supermini based on the Fiat 127. It was introduced in 1969 and the pruduction continued 17 years until 1986. Around 1.3 million units were built in Autobianchi's factory in Milan.Chevrolet Niva
The Chevrolet Niva photographed in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. The Chevrolet Niva is an American-Russian off road car based on the Soviet-era LADA Niva (VAZ 2121). The Lada Niva, introduced 1977, was Lada´s first car not based on a Fiat model. The production continued throughout the years with only some minor changes. Chevrolet Niva, a modernized Lada Niva was launched in 2003 by GM-AvtoVAZ, a joint venture between AutoVAZ and General Motors.Moskvitch 2140 station wagon
Station wagon version of the Moskvitch 2140 pictured in Viljandi Estonia in 2007. In 1975, the 412 got a facelift and was renamed Moskvitsh 2140. The 2140 carried the Moskvitch 1500 name for Western exports.Fiat 130 Coupe
Fiat 130 Coupe photographed in Sardinia Italy in 2007. The Fiat 130 was a luxury car available as saloon and coupe. Saloon was launched in 1969, the coupe, introduced in 1971, was based on the same platform. The Fiat 130 Coupe was designed and produced by Pininfarina. The production continued untill 1977, in total 4294 units were built.Renault 4
The Renault 4 photographed in Sardinia Italy in 2007. Renault 4 was launched in France in 1961 and produced until 1993. Renault 4 was a first true hatchback, a car with a fifth door. It was considered as a practical and reliable car that never changed its size or shape during its long production run. Suzuki Alto
The Suzuki Alto became the most popular minicar car in Japan after it was launched in 1979. Compactness, low price, and low running costs made Alto one of the best-selling subcompacts ever made. This Alto in the picture is the 1985 model and photographed in Finland in 2007. Morris Mini
Undoubtedly the most famous small car in the world Morris Mini pictured in Finland in 2007. The Mini was produced by the British Motor Corporation from 1959 to 2000. Fiat 127 series III
The Fiat 127 series III photographed in Sardinia Italy in 2007. Fiat 127 was a supermini car produced in Italy between 1971 and 1983 (the Series III production 1982-1983)
GAZ 12 ZIM
Soviet car GAZ 12 ZIM photographed in Latvia in 2007. In the hierarchy of Soviet luxury cars it was in the intermediate position between ZIS-110 and the smaller GAZ M20 “Pobeda”. The GAZ 12 ZIM was produced between 1950 and 1959. ZIM = Zavod imeni Molotova (”named after Molotov”).
Saab 96 V4
Saab 96 V4 pictured in Finland in 2007. The 96 was introduced in 1960 and produced in Sweden and Finland until 1980. The Saab 96 was included a column gear change and a freewheel clutch. Saab´s innovation, the freewheel enables the driver to change gears without using the clutch once the car is on the move. The Saab 96 in the picture is from late 1970´s.Daimler Double Six 6.0
Daimler Double Six 6.0 pictured in Finland in 2007. British Daimler cars is a division of Jaguar Cars. The car in the picture is the 1993 model.GAZ M20 Pobeda
GAZ M20 "Pobeda" pictured in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. GAZ M20 looks suspiciously similar to German Opel Käpitan 1939…? GAZ M20 Pobeda was produced in the Soviet Union from 1946 until 1958. Moskvitch 1500
Moskvitch 1500 pictured in Bulgaria in 2006. This Moskvitch is probably the 1977-1978 model.
Saab 900 Aero
Legendary Saab 900 Aero fitted with body kit. The first Aero was introduced in 1984. This one (Saab 900 Turbo S) photographed in Finland in 2007 is the 1991 model.Anadol Kamayonet (Otosan 500)
This pick-up pictured in Turkey in 2006 is Anadol Kamayonet (Otosan 500). Anadol pick-ups were produced by Otosan Otomobil in Turkey between 1971 and 1991.Polski-Fiat 125p
Polski-Fiat 125p photographed in Varna Bulgaria in 2006. Polski-Fiat 125 was based on Fiat 125 and produced in Poland under licence from Fiat. Production continued from 1968 until 1991. The car in the picture is from mid 1970´s. Volga GAZ M24
Volga GAZ M24 pictured in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. The GAZ-24 used to be a dream of every man in Soviet Union. The GAZ-24 was introduced in 1967 and the production continued in original form until 1992. Tofas Kartal
Tofas Kartal photographed in Bursa Turkey in 2006. Tofas Kartal was originally based on the Fiat 131 and produced in Turkey under licence from Fiat. The car in the picture is most likely from late 1990´s.Volkswagen Transporter T2b
VW Transporter, "Der Kleinbus", pictured in Finland in 2007. The second generation of the Wolkswagen Transporter was introduced in 1968. Models before 1971 are called the T2a, while models after 1972 are called the T2b (produced in Germany 1972-1979). Moskvitch 408
Moskvitch 408 pictured in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. The Moskvitch 408 was produced beetween 1964 and 1976 in Soviet Union. This MoskvitšTofas Sahin
Taxi car Tofas Sahin photographed in Turkey in 2006. Tofas Sahin is based on the Fiat 131 and produced in Turkey beetween 1986-2002.
UAZ 452
UAZ 452 photographed in Lviv Ukraine in 2007. UAZ-452 (van, pick-up, truck) was introduced in Soveit Union in 1966. The offroad abilities of UAZ-452 made it popular among farmers and also widely used by Soviet / Russian military. 
Fiat 1100
Fiat 1100R photographed in Finland in 2007. This Fiat is probably the 1967 model.
Volga GAZ M24
Volga GAZ M24 pictured in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. The GAZ-24 used to be a dream of every man in Soviet Union. The GAZ-24 was introduced in 1967 and the production continued in original form until 1992.Moskvitch IZh 412
The Moskvitch IZh 412 pictured in Viljandi Estonia in 2007. The IZh 412 was produced in Soviet Union / Russia between 1982-1997.
Lada 1200 S
Lada 1200 S (VAZ 21051) pictured in Finland in 2007. Lada 1200 S was manufactured in Soviet Union in 1982 - 1990.
Mercedes-Benz 1513
Mersedes-Benz truck pictured in Brazil in 2007. Truck seems to be new, but the model looks old. It is probably manufactured with license in Brazil.
Volkswagen Transporter T2b
Legendary van VW Transporter pictured in Beirut Lebanon in 2006. The second generation of the Volkswagen Transporter was introduced in 1968. Models before 1971 are called the T2a, while models after 1972 are called the T2b (produced in Germany 1972-1979). T2 with air-cooled engine is still on production in Brazil.Moskvitch IZh 27151
Handy Russian pickup Moskvitch IZh 27151 pictured in Kotka Finland in 2007. Model IZh 27151 was produced in 1974-1997. The one in the picture is probably from 1980´s.Saab 99 GL Super
Classic Saab 99 pictured in Kouvola Finland 2006. GL Super model (1977) is with twin carburetors. This Saab in the picture was manufactured in Finland.
Lada 1200 Combi (Vaz 2102)
Lada 1200 Combi pictured in Narva Estonia in 2007. The station wagon VAZ 2102 was produced in Soviet Union in 1972-83.
Polski-Fiat 126p
Polski-Fiat 126p ( FSM 126 ) pictured in Varna Bulgaria in 2006. This small car was produced in Poland between 1973 and 2000 with Italian Fiat license. Due to its low price it was very popular in Poland in 1980s. Its small size gave it the nickname “Maluch” ("the small one").Lada 1600 ( Vaz-2106 )
Lada (or should we say "Žiguli") deserves the tag as a people's car in Russia and ex-Soviet Union. Lada 1600 (VAZ-2106), introduced in 1976, was an updated version of Lada 1500 (VAZ-2103). This Lada 1600 was pictured in Ventspils Latvia in 2007.
Fiat 130 Coupe Video
The Fiat 130 was a luxury car available as saloon and coupe. Saloon was launched in 1969, the coupe, introduced in 1971, was based on the same platform. The Fiat 130 Coupe was designed and produced by Pininfarina. The production continued untill 1977, in total 4294 units were built.
Zastava 850
This is Zastava 850 pictured in Bursa Turkey in 2006. Yugoslavian Zastava car manufacturer was best known for its Fiat-based cars. Fiat 600 based Zastava 750 was launched in 1962 and Zastava 850 in 1980. Later the license was given to Tofas of Turkey, where production continued until 1995. Therefore, this car pictured in Bursa may have been produced in Turkey.
Tofas Murat 124
The Fiat 124 was produced between 1971 and 1977 in Turkey under the name Murat 124. Tofas car factory is located in Bursa where this Murat is also pictured in 2006.
Tofas Murat 124
The Fiat 124 was produced between 1971 and 1977 in Turkey under the name Murat 124. Tofas car factory is located in Bursa where this Murat is also pictured in 2006.
Moskvitch 408
This blue dream is still running. Classic Soviet car Moskvitsh 408 pictured in Lviv Ukraine in 2006. The Moskvitch 408 was produced beetween 1964 and 1970 in Soviet Union. This Moskvitch in the picture belongs to the second generation of the 408 (1969-1976) .Saipa Saba
This taxi car Saipa Saba pictured in Aleppo Syria in 2006. The traffic in Aleppo is grazy –dozens of small yellow Sabas everywhere with their annoying horns. The small cars are vital in a city whose streets are narrow, larger cars simply don't fit on narrow lanes. Saipa is an Iranian car manufacturer and the model Saba is based on Kia Pride.
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