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In the early 1950s, engineers at the Mladá Boleslav factory began developing a new model, officially designated ŠKODA 1200, commonly known as the “Sedan.” Compared to its predecessor, the Škoda 1102, it featured an enlarged engine capacity of 1221 cc (with a wider bore), increasing output to 36 PS. The car had a four-speed gearbox, modern rounded lines, a spacious interior, and four doors.

At the same time, AZNP also assembled the final production runs of the Tatra T600 Tatraplan (1951–1953). The Škoda 1200 was mainly used in the state sector – many will recall the typical black sedan carrying “comrades from the Ministry of the Interior (StB)” in the back seat.

In 1956, the car was modernized and renamed ŠKODA 1201. The recessed door handles disappeared, the engine was redesigned, and with the addition of a downdraft carburetor and newly shaped intake manifold, output increased to 45 PS. The Sedan version was discontinued, leaving only utility models. The same engine was later used in the more powerful Spartak (type 445). Its successor appeared in 1964 as the ŠKODA 1202 STW.

Versions:

ŠKODA 1200 (1952–1956): sedan, station wagon (STW), ambulance, van (panel version), funeral car (probable)
ŠKODA 1201 (1955–1961): sedan, station wagon, ambulance, van, pickup, funeral car

The cars had to be disassembled for export and reassembled on-site. Here in Brazil – assembled at Importadoro America in Porto Alegre. The same company also assembled Škoda 1200 sedans, which were then distributed across the country.