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GAZ 12 ZIM

1950 – 1959 · Russia

GAZ›12 ZIM

The ZIM-12, also known as ЗИМ-12 in Russian, was a full-size luxury car manufactured by the Gorky Automotive Plant (GAZ) in the Soviet Union from 1950 to 1960. Serving as GAZ's first venture into the executive car market, the ZIM-12 quickly became renowned for its opulence and elegance. One of its distinctive features was the iconic leaping gazelle hood ornament, which added a touch of sophistication to the vehicle's design. Designed to cater to the high and medium-ranking officials of the Soviet nomenklatura, the ZIM-12 was also utilized as a taxi and ambulance, showcasing its versatility in fulfilling various transportation needs. Interestingly, unlike its successors,