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1964 – 1975

The Moskvitch-408 series, manufactured by MZMA/AZLK, was a small family car produced from 1964 to 1975. The first prototype was developed in 1960, leading to the launch of the M-408 model, which succeeded the Moskvitch 407 as the primary production model, featuring a longer wheelbase. Design efforts for the M-408 began in 1959, and the initial prototype was unveiled in March 1961. The first production 408 rolled out on August 1, 1964, with an official debut on October 21 of the same year. Throughout its production run, the Moskvitch-408 series became a popular choice among Soviet consumers due to its