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Tracing the History of the Volvo Luxury Sedan Part II: The Volvo 760

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This month marks the 30th anniversary of one of Volvo's most important vehicles...the 760. Introduced in 1982, the 760 was originally designed to replace the 200 series Volvo which had been in production since 1975. Strong sales of the 200 allowed it to continue on, with the 760 series being positioned as a premium model. With a long list of standard equipment the 760 continued the tradition started by the 164, which was a reliable and comfortable large sedan with a lot of equipment for a lot less money than a modern German luxury vehicle. The 760 also had an available turbo-charged engine, a rarity in its day. The 760 would eventually be replaced by the 960 in the early 90s. Today's Volvo S80 flagship luxury sedan can be traced to the 760, and it shares the same mission of providing luxury at a value...and of course, above all...safety. You can find your modern Volvo luxury sedan at Lehman Volvo in York http://www.lehmanvolvoyork.com/ or Lehman Volvo in Mechanicsburg http://...

2 Days away from the Pennsylvania Auto Show

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We have a showroom full of Volvos just waiting for the Pennsylvania Auto Show. Starting today we begin to deliver them to the Pennsylvania State Farm Show and Expo Center for the PA Auto show, which runs from January 26th to the 29th. In addition to our Certified Pre-Owned vehicles on display at the CPO Showcase, we will also have all of the 2012 model line-up, including the all-new 2012 Volvo S60 R-Design...in the very same configuration that Edward drives in the latest Twilight saga. So come out and see us...and get some seat time in all the new Volvos at the Pennsylvania Auto Show, or simply find your own Volvo in York www.lehmanvolvoyork.com or Mechanicsburg www.lehmanvolvo.com

One Good Swede Deserves Another...

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It's always sad when the automotive world gets smaller...and that's what happened this month with the announcement of Saab's bankruptcy. You might recall we operated Lehman Saab for over 25 years before selling that franchise, so it is hard to see that company go. Saab and Volvo, both being from Sweden, shared a lot of similar traits...turbocharging, great seats, and of course...safety. It is with that in mind that we are offering "Saab Owner Loyalty" to any current Saab owner (as well as any current Volvo owner) who decides to buy a new Volvo this month...this $1,000 incentive is good on any new Volvo, because one good Swede deserves another. Check out the inventory in York or Mechanicsburg.

Tracing the History of the Volvo Luxury Sedan: The 164

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Volvo's flagship luxury sedan, the S80, has been around for almost 15 years but its history stretches far beyond that. Introduced nearly 45 years ago, the 1969 Volvo 164 was the first of a long line of large Volvo luxury sedans. It featured a big six cylinder engine, a leather interior, and plenty of room...much like today's S80. The Volvo 164 was advertised as a smart luxury alternative to many pricy European sedans (hmmm...again, much like the Volvo S80) and helped to establish Volvo as a maker of high-quality products known for safety and comfort. Produced until 1975, the Volvo 164 paved the way for the 264,760, 960, S90 and ultimately the S80. You can find your modern Volvo luxury sedan in York www.lehmanvolvoyork.com or Mechanicsburg www.lehmanvolvo.com

An Electric Future: The Volvo Plug-in Hybrid

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There are more and more hybrids on the roads today...and for good reason. They offer great gas mileage. That's one reason....Volvo wants to go beyond just one reason though, so they've unveiled the XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept. With the Volvo Plug-in Hybrid the driver has the option of choosing what power source they want to use (electric, hybrid, power). In the XC60 hybrid there is a powerful 280 horsepower 4 cylinder turbo engine and an electric 70 horsepower engine. In combined mode the XC60 Plug in will achieve 50 miles per gallon. Pretty impressive. A neat trick is that the two engines can combine their power to hit 350 horsepower. Imagine that...a hybrid that's as cool to DRIVE as it is to own. The future is coming....

Projecting Ownership Cost of a new Volvo. A look into the future

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Everyone knows that a Volvo can save lives...more than reason enough to consider owning one...but not everyone knows that it can also save you money. Here's how...every new Volvo comes standard with Safe and Secure coverage...meaning that the money you used to spend repairing and maintaining your car can be spent on more important things in life. Imagine you purchased a brand new Volvo today...here's how your first 5 years of ownership would pan out: Day 1: Your shiny new Volvo is deliverd to you at Lehman Volvo with a full tank of gas and a nice Lehman Volvo chocolate bar. at 7,500 miles you come in for your first service appointment. Cost of service: $0. In year two you schedule your 15,000 mile service. You also replace your wiper blades. Cost of service $0. The next year you come in to replace a couple of burnt-out taillight bulbs, some new wipers and your 22,500 mile service. Your total cost of service: $0. In your third year you come in for your 30,000 mile service.....

High 5

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There are now 5...count 'em...5 Top Safety picks in the Volvo line-up. The IIHS has announced top safety pick awards for the 2012 Volvo C30, S60, S80, XC60, and XC90. In fact, no other luxury car brand has more top safety picks than Volvo this year. "Safety has been a hallmark of Volvo since we were founded in 1927," said John Maloney, president and CEO of Volvo Cars of North America. "Our employees around the world take great pride in making, selling and servicing our cars. Still, it's very humbling to be recognized in such a manner." Find your Top Safety pick at www.lehmanvolvo.com in Mechanicsburg or www.lehmanvolvoyork.com in York.