Top 10: Unusual Race Cars Not what you'd expect to find on a track

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Volvo 850 familiale (ou Estate)

Volvo 850 Estate
It’s been a long while since the 850 last rolled off the assembly line, and the Swedish automaker’s wagons are known for their refrigerator-like aerodynamics. Yet, the 850 Estate could slice through the air more easily than the sedan, and it definitely stood out in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC).

Under the hood was a naturally aspirated 2.0L inline 5-cylinder engine producing 290 horsepower. A sequential gearbox completed the package.