While the Saab Sonett produced from 1970 through 1974 purports to be a Sonett “III”, it’s actually the fourth model made. The series began in 1955 with the launch of a roadster powered by a two-stroke motor, called the… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
2 Owner Wagon: 1978 Volvo 245 DL
Volvo wagons have historically been favored by a certain type of owner, usually a college professor or anyone else who can get away with wearing elbow patches on a tweet sport jacket. This often leads to a longer period… more»
Owned By a Shipbuilding Lt. Governor: 1975 Volvo 164E
Celebrities and politicians have to purchase cars just like the rest of us. However, does the ownership of a car by such a person make it more valuable or desirable? Is there a sliding scale based on their level… more»
Unrestored 1963 Volvo 122S
Between its debut in 1956 and this 1963 model, Volvo’s Amason turned Amazon turned 122 watched much of the world abandon its ’50s styling. Still, this 1963 Volvo 122S, “S” for Sports, offered a welcome alternative to ponderous American… more»
Swedish Hot Rod: V8-Equipped 1968 Volvo 122S
This 1968 Volvo 122S is a tidy classic that can be considered a genuine sleeper. These cars offered respectable performance off the showroom floor, but the V8 under this Volvo’s hood almost doubles the power available to the driver…. more»
Swedish Survivor: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE Convertible
Summer is coming to an end for a lot of the U.S. and along with it, convertible season, at least for those who don’t mind driving with the top down when it’s cold. Still, fall and winter are when… more»
One Owner, No Reserve: 1990 Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 is what you see in the dictionary when looking up the meaning of the word “venerable.” It is the epitome of a classic European sedan that will never excite you but will still put a smile… more»
Project With A Rebuilt Engine: 1968 Saab 96
Like most of you, I actively look for dozens of specific cars for sale online, and the offbeat Saab 96 is one of them. There’s something appealing about its functional shape, sheer quirkiness, and storied rally history with daring… more»
Turbo Drop-Top: No Reserve 2004 Volvo C70 Convertible
Volvo spent decades establishing a reputation for producing some of the safest cars on the planet. Besides its legendary P1800 range, it hadn’t offered many genuinely sporting vehicles until the 240 Turbo hit showrooms for the 1981 model year…. more»
Rare Bertone Coupe: 1989 Volvo 780
When Volvo first began its collaboration with Bertone, it resulted in the goofy 262C coupe with its dramatically chopped roof and overall odd proportions. The new model caused further confusion for trying to push customers into a relationship with… more»
Cheap Sports Car Project: 1971 Saab Sonett
The early seventies were a great time to be a sports car nut. That was especially true if you were looking for a smaller sports car. You can choose from traditional front-engine rear-wheel drive cars like the MG Midget,… more»
Special Order Paint: 1987 Volvo 240 Wagon
Ah, yes – the classic Volvo 240 station wagon. It’s impressive how many iconic long-roof models came out of the 1980s, both foreign and domestic. The GM variants are obviously well-loved on these pages, from the Roadmaster to the… more»
BF Auction: 1998 Volvo S90
UPDATE – The seller still has the Volvo S90 and has asked us to relist it for them! Be sure to take another look and cast your high bids below. As long-time Volvo fans, this 1998 Volvo S90 is… more»