The whole of Poland dreamed of this car. 75 years ago, the first Warszawa M-20 hit the roads.

Originally, the Żerań factory was set to produce Fiat cars, but political changes led to a partnership with the USSR, resulting in the GAZ-M20 Pobieda and later the Polish Warszawa model. The first Warszawa left the factory in 1951, but it wasn't until 1954 that a version was made entirely from Polish parts. The classic Warszawa featured a 2120 cm³ R4 engine, initially with a lower valve version, later upgraded to a modern upper valve unit. Known for its rounded shape, it became a family car, taxi, and even an ambulance. Over the years, various models were produced, including sedans and pickups, totaling ten different variants before production ended in 1973. Today, Warszawas are rare but cherished by collectors, symbolizing a golden era of Polish automotive history.

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