History

Racing spec-version of the 122S two-door produced by the Volvo dealership in Frankfurt, Germany, and offered from 1962. Aimed at competition drivers, the 122SR had a more powerful engine and uprated handling, and cost 50% more than the standard 122S.Although the 122SR designation did not last long, the dealer carried on producing tuned 122 special editions for several more years, albeit without the limited-slip diff and bucket seats (see below). The 122SR had stiffer springs, Koni dampers, a Dana Spicer limited-slip differential and optional servo brakes. The engine was mildly uprated, with a 9.5:1 compression ration, a B18B cam, composite big-end... read more

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Books (see more)

• Volvo 120 and 130 Series Owner's Workshop Manual
• Essential Volvo 120 Series and P1800: The Cars and Their Story, 1956-73
• Volvo P120: The Amazon Series

Clubs (see more)

• Volvo Sports America visit
• Volvo Enthusiasts Club visit
• Volvo Owners Club visit

Suppliers (see more)

• Amazon Cars visit
• IPD visit
• VP Autoparts AB visit

Websites (see more)

• Swedish Embassy visit
• Fredrik Lofter's Amazon site visit
• Volvo Car Corporation - Volvo Heritage visit

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