Volvo PV51-PV56
Every Volvo PV51-PV56 generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1936–1945 2 generations · 2 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 80 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Legendary 2 Legendary
All 2 Volvo PV51-PV56 Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
Wartime fuel shortages forced some PV53-56s onto wood power — cars towed a wood-gas generator on a trailer behind them, the engine converted to run without a drop of petrol.
Volvo built this budget PV51 by bolting a cheaper, simplified cabin onto the rear bodywork of its pricier PV36 Carioca — new face, familiar back end, lower price.
Collectors Who Spotted the Volvo PV51-PV56
No member has published a public street spot of the Volvo PV51-PV56 yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Volvo PV51-PV56 Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PV53-PV56 (1938–1945)PV53 | 1938–1945 | Legendary | 3.7L I6 | 80 hp | — | 3,395 lb | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| PV51/PV52 (1936–1938)PV51 | 1936–1938 | Legendary | 3.7L I6 | 80 hp | — | 3,395 lb | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
See a Volvo PV51-PV56 on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.