The GAZ M21 Volga is an automobile produced in the Soviet Union by GAZ (Gorkovsky Avtomobilniy Zavod, in English "Gorky automobile factory") from 1956 to 1970. The first car to carry the Volga name, it was developed in the early 1950s.

Originally called the GAZ-M-21, the -M- prefix was a reference to Vyacheslav Molotov, after whom the Volga plant was named. The plant was renamed following the downfall of his career in 1957, and the -M- prefix was gradually removed from the car beginning in 1965.

GAZ M-21 "VOLGA" History The history of this legendary car began in 1953, when the talented (and at that time chief) constructor of car factory named Molotov, Andrey Lipgart, started the drawing of another "bomb" for the USSR motorists.

Explore the GAZ Volga M-21 detailed specs, including 0-60 mph times, horsepower, and handling data. Get all the Info.

Oct 6, 2012 · With styling clearly influenced by contemporary American designs, the M-21 was the most expensive and exclusive Soviet car a private citizen could buy; even so, its price made it affordable only to the nomenklatura and party officials, and for taxi and livery use.

Jan 30, 2018 · Between 1956 and 1970 Gorky Automobile Factory or GAZ, located in the Soviet Union, produced a 3 part series of vehicles all variants of the name Volga GAZ-21. Each vehicle in the series has similar features such as the deer mascot on the hood and the raised suspension that shouted to the people that this car was “above it all”.

Sep 24, 1998 · I believe that the Bujakovs' family undying love and commitment of being proud GAZ-M-21 "Volga" owner deserves a round of applause from all of us. (yes, that includes you -- the visitors). Take a look at Maxime's other favorite wheeled friend: it is the legendary "Kwas" (Russian malt drink) cistern.

Feb 11, 2022 · The GAZ M21 has a 2.5-litre engine but only three gears, so it is not a racing car: it was built to make a statement, and can carry six passengers. I managed to change all of the electrical system and fluid pipes, because over the years they had deteriorated.

GAZ-21 of the first series had a 65-strong engine of 2.42 liters (a little later, in the same year it changed its 2.45-liter capacity of 70 liters. P.), Three-stage mechanical or automatic gearboxes for the choice and evolution for the USSR style .

Feb 28, 2013 · 1960 GAZ Volga M-21. This automobile has a 4 door saloon body style with a front mounted engine that delivers power to the rear wheels. The 4 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated powerplant has 2 valves per cylinder and a volume of 2.4 litres.