GAZ 24 Volga was produced since 1967 until 1985, having
several minor facelifts.
In 1972, the GAZ 24-02, a 4 door station wagon was
introduced, fitted with three rows of seats. Not many cars were sold to the
private people due to the small amount of production. The station wagon was
used specially by state-owned shops, taxi companies or other state institutions.
The GAZ 24-02 has a generous interior, as told before,
having 3 rows of seats and accommodating 7 or 8 seating passengers. Rear area
of the interior could be converted in an spacious one level charging surface.
This is why Volga 24-02 have heavy-duty leaf springs for the rear axle. Some
sources mentioned that could be transported a load of 400kg.
Later on, in 1973 appears the GAZ 24-03, a wagon designated to
be and equipped as Ambulance.
My model is 1@43rd scale reproduction of an 24-02
sold by DeAgostini in Poland. Originally painted in dark violet it was a need
to change this unusual color. So I mad it black, I weathered a little and I accessorize
it giving the look of an uncared old Russian car. Normally the stance was
modified because you know my opinion: the stance is everything.
But enough talking, enjoy the ride!
