Volvo 262C
The Volvo 262C was another rare car from the seventies that packed a surprising punch. The car was designed for speed and luxury, and it proved to be a departure from the usual Volvo formula. The V6 engine, known as the PRV engine, was a result of a joint venture between Peugeot, Renault, and Volvo. It’s not often that you found Volvo partnering with rival automotive brands but the 262C was a rare sight (via Hemmings).
The 262C was positioned as a luxury coupe, going head-to-head with the best that Mercedes and BMW had to offer at the time. The 262C was one of the most powerful Volvo cars from the period and it was featured in a dozen movies and TV shows. Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to compete with Mercedes or BMW, but it’s one of the best sleepers to come out of the decade.