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The Volvo C70 is a luxury car first introduced as a coupe in 1997. In 1999, a soft-top convertible was introduced as well. The second generation of the C70 was introduced in 2006, and was designed as a retractable hardtop convertible.
The car was designed jointly, with the British company TWR (Tom Walkinshaw Racing) assisting Volvo to make this exclusive coupe. This helped combine stylish looks with the exceptional performance needed to compete in this market segment. It was first shown at the Paris Motor Show in 1996 to an enthusiastic response from members of the public and critics alike.
There have been a range of Volvo C70 cars sold since its inception. These include a 2-litre version, mostly sold to the Italian market, and a 2.3-litre 5-cylinder engine version. The design was innovative for Volvo, who wanted to keep all their traditional safety aspects of their cars but combine it with a great-looking car. The first version of this car sold around 70,000 units around the world, so it should be possible to obtain a second-hand Volvo C70.
In 2006, the new version of the car was introduced. It was based on the Volvo S40 platform and was designed by John Kinsey. The retractable hardtop can be raised or lowed in less than 30 seconds. Its side impact protection inflates upwards when triggered. This unique concept allows protection even when the car rolls over.
Despite its sporty nature, it has been designated as a 'Top Safety Pick' by a US insurance organisation. A nearly new Volvo C70 may be an ideal solution if you are looking to buy a practical and affordable stylish car. Volvo C70 sales have maintained strong enough for several versions of this popular car to be produced. There was another minor update to the car in 2011, which featured a new front, rear LED lamps, and a larger instrument panel.