GAZ-M21: specifications, photos

The GAZ-M21 – car brand “Volga”, which was produced for 14 years from 1956 to Develop the car, which was later renamed into the GAZ-21 began in 1951, It happened because the previous model is outdated and does not fit the standards and requirements of the drivers. There were already established the idea of the design, and it adhered to all the time until the car was beyond the installation of new versions. At the time, became popular aviation and rocket motifs, so the interface GAS-M21, a photo of which is below, immediately surprised and attracted the attention of buyers at the expense of cautious, but at the same time interesting and elegant appearance.

Design

If you take into account the General design elements of those years, we can say for sure that stands out of accessories the car had. But for the Soviet Union, the car looked fresh, interesting and attractive. Unfortunately, the interior of the “Volga” quickly became pale, because trends have changed every year. Already by 1958, the design of the car GAZ-M21 out of date and required updating.

The car's Design was changed in 60 years, then he has acquired a European appearance. The model began to take a more conservative, strict and formal. What was decisive when purchasing this option for the needs of the government.

Features in the technical tuning

The Car GAZ-M21, technical characteristics of which are described a bit below, had the necessary tuning for movement across the Soviet Union. The elements of the car resembled the American model. The salon was designed for 5-6 people. This is due to the fact that the sofa in the second row has an impressive size. The motor on the car has a 4 cylinder and is paired with an automatic transmission. Incidentally, the latter was borrowed from the American company Ford. The body had characteristic features of “Victory”, the suspension is also taken from this car. First it should be resistant to corrosion, special rigidity and hardness that ensured safe movement.

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Prototypes of the GAZ-M21

The First prototype car had a cherry color. He together with two other models who were also the predecessors overlooked a car, went to the test. Only one car was equipped with automatic transmission, the others – mechanical. By their appearance they are also a little different – a different grille, bumper, body, some decorative elements in the cabin, etc.

The Prototype number four was constructed in 1955 in the spring. On a test run, he never left. In the same period, this model and the other two got another grille.

The Start production

The earliest versions of the model GAZ-M21 was put into production in 1956. During this period issued five copies.

The Test model took a long time, and perhaps in extreme conditions. For the autumn-winter period the car was held on 29 thousand miles He drove on the roads of Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, and the Caucasus. The final stage of testing was conducted in Moscow. In this period there were a sufficient number of faults, but most were fixed almost immediately. Those that were not abolished immediately, stayed with her until the end of the model release or some time later succumbed to modernization.

Initial release

The Car GAZ-M21 two years have been in pre-production release. The audience came out a few prototypes that differed from each other by appearance and internal parameters. On the finally formed of a series they absolutely were not similar. Their distinguishing feature is the chromed set. But over time he became available as optional equipment and, accordingly, some of the money. As a unique features can be noted which is uncommon for other cars of “Chuck” and the rear doors.

Generation (or editions)

Among collectors, there are special symbols different editions of “Volga”. There are three series – 1957, 1959 and 1962 Tuning GAZ-M21 different generations were similar, so the external signs to understand what modification is one or the other car is almost impossible. Primarily, this is due to the fact that a large number of models were established “native” units.

Also the main difference are the gutters. They represent a small detail that surrounds the roof. Used these fixtures in order to avoid getting water into the cabin.

Series 1

The First series of GAS-M21, a photo of which is below, was produced for two years, from 1956 to 1958 th. In the people this model is more known under the name of “star”. In the first year of production rolled off the line only five cars. Large-scale production began in 1957

Originally the first series was going with the engine from the “Victory”. Some official sources claimed that this model was produced for only a certain period, and the number of cars is limited to strictly established number – 1100. However, this information is wrong. “Volga” was produced with the unit almost to the end of production. For the entire period it was released and bought over 30 thousand copies.

Series 2

Since 1959, began to produce the second series of the car. Prior to implementation we carried out some work on external and internal characteristics. Most changes have affected the interior. In February, the 59th was embodied in the second modification. This time, she raised the lights the instrument panel. Of course, as with all of the restyled versions, there are those parts, which changes are to notice the first time is impossible. GAZ-M21 is not an exception.

The Second series was developed with a slightly modified body, with American motives. However, in manufacturing such an option and did not go. In all the years of release (1959, 1962) from the conveyor descended more than 120 thousand cars.

Episode 3

This modification has become the most popular. The look of the previous series obsolete fairly quickly, but the manufacturer was not going to spend the restyling of the car GAZ-M21. “Volga” in the third configuration was presented to the potential buyer with a new bumper and some parts, which are mounted on the body. With time, transformed, and grille. After a major upgrade a car's appearance has changed noticeably – it has become more dynamic, easy. The model is often compared with the infamous car "Seagull".

Along with the change of styling that the updates to the technical plan. For example, the engine of 75 horsepower is more powerful. And a variant with automatic transmission fully removed from the production.

Modernization styling

This model was produced in two versions – with the usual interior and improved. Last option is different set of chromium-plated and corrosion resistant parts. This machine was more produced for export, although it was also exported to the markets of the USSR. Moreover, the ‘Deluxe chrome” can be installed on any version of the “Volga”, so to say for certain whether it was produced as a conveyor, it is impossible.

There were also such variants in which additional finish could be a basic configuration. First of all we are talking about a car with uprated engine (for export) and average engine power.

Car with all-wheel drive

This version of the car GAZ-21 and did not go into production. Produced a car with all-wheel drive in sedan and station wagon. In some versions, the latter option even belonged to Brezhnev, where he went hunting.

According to unofficial information, the data instances represented a "this" multiple model "Volga". Only, their uniqueness lies in the fact that those units that were set for equipment, intended for off-road vehicles. They were made not in factories, and in the salons of maintenance, garages, military units, etc.

“the East is Red"

Interesting is the fact that in China were made analogue of GAZ-21, which was fully identical to the original version of the specifications. The interior of the car was radically different. In the domestic market “the East is Red" was delivered exactly 10 years. The units, which were installed on the car, purchased from the Soviet Union, and the bodywork was done manually.