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Show . i 1 O --b 1 ft A tf Volvo's new top-of-t he-line 960 series will feature an all aluminum in-line, six-cylinder engine and electronically controlled con-trolled four-speed automatic transmission. The all new engine is rated at over 200 horsepower and develops 80 per cent of its maximum torque at a low 1,000 rpm. Electronic climate control, a unique side impact protection system, i three-memory power front seats and an automatic locking j differential are some of this model's strongest selling points. Volvo 960 sedan proves . j j beauty is only skin deep Volvo 940 and 960 series sedans will feature as standard equipment an integrated child safety cushionarmrest in the center rear seating position. Doubling as an armrest, the child safety cushion can quickly and easily be transformed trans-formed into a comfortable seating position for children in the 50 to 80 lb. range. This novel design is convenient and is designed to work in conjunction conjunc-tion with another safety-first feature, the rear center seat with lapshoulder belt and head rest. The safety cushion is high enough to allow good visibility so children will enjoy using it The list of standard safety features on the 960 sedan is a long one including: driver's side air bag, pyrotechnic seat belt pre ten si oners for both front seats, and self- adjusting three-point seat belts in all five seating positions. Dynamic safety features are also numerous: power assisted rack and pinion steering, four-wheel power disc brakes, and an automatic locking differential are all standard. The Volvo people are justifiably proud of the new 960. It demonstrates their continuing dedication to safety, the sophistication sophistica-tion of their drive train technology, and their ability to produce a top-of-the-line car that will compete with the best cars from around the world. The 960 is not a car that will announce an-nounce to your neighbor that you have just won the lottery. What it will do is provide you with a stylish way to transport your family in safety and comfort at a price that says you made a rational choice. r r l r "i r l j m r r , . . j 1 j "v J,-n " - " " n " J. rnrr - - - iiiit 1 - 1 j 1 1 1 r 1 r 1 r 1 - 1 r - t Volvo 960 Features j j r - - - -r - - J r rr-r-rH---r- 1 - - - - i i l i - i i j jlij i j i i l i i r j i n i - r i n L JL J - I - J L I - I I L JLII I - L I J L J I L - I . I I I I I I I I I I -".-"! - .',P. r" .V! y.'r 'X ' I'',' V . ' ' ' i i i r i i ji j i . i r i l i j l l . i i i i i i i n i iLir i L J L J I - L JIIJII L JIIJJJ-ITILI Electronic climate control I L-- - H - - - r - r - n - l . l J J i Enhanced sound system with more powerful amplifier I II II . I r III liriL III J I I - I L - I L I I J J J L - I L L JI J J L L ,1 ' ,' ' " ",L ,,,JJJI ljl-lit-l"-- L. JJ. 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I l l r-r iixl lb jg--i jk l i r j i a i a r r r h"1 - jPb Multi-link, self-leveling independent rear suspension r - j "- i ' I I i l J L n r -. - -i -.-y.--yy. yy:y. J r i n II L 1 - i n r - i j a j l a j r j - i r I L I I J J L L J L J L r n i . J L , The new Volvo has been designed design-ed with today's new values in mind. It shouts of being inconspicuous. It makes claims of being understated. Unfortunately, some of us who observe it may feel that it is so understated that it forgot to say anything. Fortunately, redeeming attributes lie under the skin of the new Volvo. Volvo has a long history of producing pro-ducing high quality automobiles, and the new 960 sedan carries on the tradition. One outstanding feature is the Side Impact Protection Protec-tion System. The SIPS is a redesign of the main body structure to enhance its occupant protection capabilities in the event of a lateral or side impact. Volvo engineers have designed this system to help reduce injuries in side impact collisions colli-sions with cars by 25 percent. According to Joseph L. Nicolato, president and CEO of Volvo Cars of North America, SIPS is based on research work conducted by Volvo's Swedish-based accident investigation team. "Almost everyone knows about Volvo's sturdy roll -cage like passenger pas-senger compartment and our front and rear crumple zones," Nicolato explained. "SIPS is Volvo's newest major safety innovation and promises prom-ises to be one of the most significant signifi-cant in our proud safety history." Another unique feature of the Volvo is the four-speed electronically elec-tronically controlled automatic transmission that has been developed de-veloped to work specifically with the B6304 engine. A switch allows the driver to select one of three driving driv-ing modes: economy for best mileage and comfort, sport for maximum max-imum performance, and winter for best traction in slippery situations. The transmission. programming also includes a "down-slope mode" which automatically determines deter-mines when one is descending a hill and shifts to a lower gear to provide engineer braking. vi The Volvxr D0904P all aluinrrram in-line, six cylinder engine r - -a workhorse that delivers 201 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 197 pounds per foot at 4,300 rpm. The all new engine is but one of many features that make owning a Volvo worthwhile for many buyers. |