Pierce Arrow showroom in 1931

 

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Volvo Valbo

Coachbuilders didn't ignore Volvo but the majority of vehicles built on the PV445 chassis were commercial vehicles. As many as three coachbuilders did get involved in producing ambulances and a few convertibles. Fewer than 40 convertibles were made. Read more about them at Below the Radar.

Norsjo Shopper

The Norsjo Shopper was in production in Sweden between 1964 and 1994. It was classified as a moped and could be operated  by anyone over 15 years of age.

The single seat cab hinged forward in the front and they were powered by s single 50cc engine producing 1.5hp. They came with either a two speed automatic or a three speed manual transmission. Some were also equipped with reverse and an electric starter. Most had a top speed of 20mph (30 km/hr) while there were a few that were capable of 35mph (56 km/hr)

Rochdale Olympic Coupe

The Olympic Coupe was manufactured in Manchester, England, between 1959 and 1973. The company started in 1948 and produced several different Rochdale cars until production ended in 1973. Read more about the Rochdale Company here.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rochdale_(car)

1947 Volvo assembly line