The Volvo T6 was a

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from

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presented in 2005 at

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. There was just one hand built copy, although there was some discussion about a limited production run. It is powered by a twin turbocharged 2.9 litre inline six cylinder engine from

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giving a reported but with no official reported top speed. The engine is located behind the driver. Its design is inspired by

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cars. It was named the 2004 ''Hot Rod of the Year'' by ''

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''. It was designed by

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from ''Labyrint Studio'', and built by

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. Many believe the shape and body to take inspiration from the

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, because, much like the Prowler, the T6 was designed to be a modern take on the classic hot rod.

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