According to many connoisseurs of automotive history and fans of the Lada brand, the VAZ-2106 model was the pinnacle of the development of the first Zhiguli models – in fact, this is exactly how the “six” was conceived.
The most powerful engine, the richest interior, a special exterior decor … It is interesting that initially, by analogy with the VAZ-21011, the car was assigned the VAZ-21031 index, but the plant was preparing to report to the XXV Congress of the CPSU on the release of a new model, and for credibility, the index has been changed.
But for a long time the VAZ-2106 was really perceived as a new model – despite the fact that the factory engineers were already tight within the framework of the planned economy, and the 1.6 engine could not be squeezed out of the intended maximum …
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But in general, the car turned out to be successful and even sold quite well abroad – for example, a special “Canadian version” was created with parking lights integrated into the front bumper.
Yes, and in the Union it was valued – first as a luxury model, and then as the most budget car.
“Six” remained in production until 2001 and is still loved by many fans of the brand.
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