In the United States it was sold as the Yugo GV (and sub-versions). It is a subcompact hatchback manufactured by Zastava Automobiles from 1980 until 2008, originally a Yugoslav corporation. Originally designed as a shortened variant of the Fiat 128, series production started in 1980.

Five models of Yugo were sold in the United States for the 1987 model year: the basic entry-level $3,990 GV (for “Great Value”), the GVC with a glass sunroof, the nearly identical GVL and GVS with minor trim and upholstery upgrades, and the GVX with the 1.3L engine, five-speed manual transmission, and standard equipment including a plush ...

Jun 6, 2018 · Jason Vuic has heard ’em all. That’s because he’s an assistant professor of modern European history and happens to be an expert on all things Yugoslavian. Which explains his fascination with...

Jan 12, 2023 · This 1988 Yugo GV is finished in Aspen White over gray cloth and powered by a 1.1-liter inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle. The car was first registered in Illinois and was featured in a 2013 episode of Fast N’ Loud after which it …

May 23, 2019 · Let's check out the rare and most sporty version of the Yugo hatchback, a GVX from 1988.

Mar 23, 2023 · The GV's 55-hp engine means no Yugo will ever win a traffic-light drag, nor can it outhandle a well-ridden e-bike. And it's unlikely to be the next featured marque at Pebble Beach.

Feb 18, 2025 · Demand was initially high: Yugo sold 35,959 cars in 1986 and 48,812 cars in 1987. The GV (for “Great Value”—seriously!) trim was complemented by GVL, GVS, and GVX variants for 1988, but quality-related problems had already started to torpedo the Yugo’s reputation and sales embarked on a free fall.

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Oct 30, 2023 · Discover the 1988 Yugo GVS, known as the worst car ever sold in America. Jay Leno and Jeff Dunham explore its unique features and argue that it's not as bad as its reputation suggests. Despite production and quality issues, the Yugo offered an affordable option for those in need of a new car.

Sep 4, 2014 · At first, five models of Yugo were sold in the United States for the 1987 model year: the basic entry-level $3,990 GV (for “Great Value”), the GVC with a glass sunroof, the nearly identical GVL and GVS with minor trim and upholstery upgrades, and the race-inspired GVX with the 1300 cc engine, five-speed manual transmission and standard ...