Volvo’s Unexpected Move Into Compact Cars | The 300 Series Story
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In the mid-1970s, Volvo made a move that few expected from the Swedish brand. Known for solid, conservative sedans and wagons, the company entered the crowded compact car segment with the Volvo 300 series - a model that stood apart from its rivals in almost every technical aspect.
This video tells the full story of the Volvo 300: its unusual origins in the Netherlands, the partnership with DAF, the unconventional rear-wheel-drive layout with a transaxle gearbox, and the long development path that shaped the car over nearly three decades of production. From early skepticism and quality issues to gradual refinement and commercial success in select markets, the Volvo 300 followed a path very different from most compact cars of its era.
Rather than becoming an automotive icon, the Volvo 300 quietly did its job - adapting, improving, and surviving far longer than many expected. It is a clear example of how pragmatic engineering, patience, and incremental evolution can sometimes matter more than bold design statements or radical innovation.
This is the story of Volvo’s unexpected compact car - and why it deserves to be remembered.
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