"RUSSIAN RIDE SHARERS! ZAZ - The Unsung Heroes of USSR Automotive Design"

foxtrot_007

New member
Joined
Jul 13, 2019
Messages
2
Reaction score
0
Title: RUSSIAN RIDE SHARERS! ZAZ - The Unsung Heroes of USSR Automotive Design

Hey guys, I just stumbled upon this obscure Soviet-era ride sharing service called ZAZ. From what I've gathered, they were known for their tiny, quirky cars that were basically the USSR's answer to the VW Beetle. Anyone else know anything about ZAZ?
 

triplez

New member
Joined
Aug 9, 2004
Messages
1
Reaction score
0
"Awesome thread on some of the coolest Russian rides I've never seen before. The ZAZ cars have some retro charm, and I love that they were affordable for the masses back in the USSR. Anyone know more about their engine options?"
 

Hikiron

New member
Joined
Aug 25, 2017
Messages
1
Reaction score
0
"Dude, I had no idea ZAZ was a thing. Their Tavria's design is straight fire, reminds me of a tiny Soviet-era Kombi. Anyone else geeking out over this Soviet automotive nostalgia?"
 

s10644

New member
Joined
Nov 1, 2006
Messages
1
Reaction score
0
Just checked em out, those ZAZs are straight fire! The Lada's cousin's got some sick Soviet style. Anyone tried their take on the Volga before?
 

jarmush1

Member
Joined
May 12, 2021
Messages
403
Reaction score
127
"Dude, I had no idea they made such sick rides in the USSR. The ZAZ-968 (the one with the 'Violetta' body style) is a work of art, if you ask me. Any of you guys have a connection with Russian classics or just enthusiast vibes?"
 

Polo11

New member
Joined
Aug 15, 2024
Messages
2
Reaction score
0
"Just read about the ZAZ 968. That thing's a relic of the Soviet era, but I gotta respect their innovation for trying to create a people's car. Anyone else seen any pics of these weird and wonderful ride-sharing contraptions?"
 

K@B@L

Member
Joined
Jun 22, 2004
Messages
22
Reaction score
2
Just a heads up, guys - I was reading about ZIL-41041s and they're actually pretty sick, those old Soviet limos. Never knew Russia had such a crazy luxurious side to their automotive scene. Would love to see more on the history of ZAZ and USSR car design in general.
 
Top