As we all know too well on these pages, I love rescuing rare or obsolete vehicles from the junkyard. In many cases, that’s the only place you’re going to find a project-grade version of a special car that was… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Jan 29, 2020 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Cheap Swede: $900 1971 Volvo 142S
This 1971 Volvo 142 “S” coupe is in need of a new home, and the seller seems motivated to sell. He’s asking just $900 for a running example equipped with a Weber carb, but it does carry the stigma… more»
Jan 27, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Steal Of A Deal: 1973 Volvo 144 Survivor
This three owner 1973 Volvo 144 is ready to go to a new home. While there is a little work that will need to be done, the current owner has already put $3,000 into the car in the last… more»
Jan 23, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Surprise Engine Swap: 1980 Volvo 262C Bertone
By the mid-1980s, Volvo had demonstrated to the world that it could produce cars that were safe, solid, and in some cases, sporty. What was missing from their repertoire was a luxury coupe, so the decision was taken to… more»
Jan 16, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
High Mile Survivor: 1985 Volvo 240
This 1985 Volvo 240 DL wagon may have high miles but it remains in seemingly excellent condition. The odometer reading is fairly typical for one of Volvo’s hardiest models, with over 300,000 on the clock, but the condition of… more»
Jan 13, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Solid Swede: 1968 Volvo 1800 S
Before he starred as James Bond, the late Sir Roger Moore played the role of Simon Templar in the television spy thriller “The Saint” from 1962 until 1969. It was in this role that his chosen mode of transport… more»
Jan 8, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Still In The Family: 1961 Volvo PV544
It was old when it was new! That’s a statement that you could make in reference to a lot of things and some cars in particular. It’s very apropos for this 1961 Volvo PV544, located in Smithfield, Rhode Island… more»
Jan 7, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Land Speed Racer: 1974 Saab Sonnet II
This 1974 Saab Sonnet looks like a great starting point for a project, but its history alone makes it worthy of ongoing preservation. According to the seller, it was used as a land speed race car, the kind that… more»
Jan 2, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Hidden Issues? 1968 Volvo 1800S
It is quite possible that no other vehicle manufacturer has tried as hard to change the public’s perception of its image than Volvo. Long seen as a company that produced staid and safe cars, Volvo has also been capable… more»
Dec 28, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Sporty Brick: 1979 Volvo 242GT
While Volvo has been renowned as the producer of staid and conservative vehicles, it has also demonstrated the ability to produce some relatively sporting offerings. The 242GT was a perfect example of this philosophy because while it was based… more»
Dec 26, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
One Owner Barn Find: 1974 Saab Sonett
This 1974 Saab Sonett was recently acquired from the original owner, who kept it indoors in his shop and off the road for 25 years. It remains in highly original condition with lots of original documentation included. The Sonett… more»
Dec 17, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Solid Project: 1966 Volvo 122S Amazon
Two of the toughest and most brutal forms of motorsport are rallying, and rallycross. Both disciplines take a heavy toll on equipment, and it is amazing to consider that the Volvo 122S still competes in both of these sports… more»
Dec 11, 2019 • Auctions • 5 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1967 Volvo 122S
We were recently contacted by Reader Nathan G and his brother about helping them find new homes for their late father’s collection of cars. So, we are going to be auctioning off the collection, starting with this 1967 Volvo… more»
Dec 2, 2019 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1-of-31: 1967 Volvo 123GT
Volvo’s original intention as a manufacturer was to produce around 5,000 examples of its 1967 123GT. In fact, final build numbers fell well short of this mark, with a figure of 1,500 units being most commonly quoted. There is… more»
Dec 1, 2019 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Project Or Parts? 1974 Saab Sonett III
Some of us have put too much money into the wrong cars. We haven’t started with the best example that we could find and we ended up being way over our heads in restoration costs. I’m wondering whether this… more»
Nov 27, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1971 Volvo 1800E
This 1971 Volvo 1800E is a solid driver equipped with the preferred drivetrain featuring Bosch fuel injection, which delivered greater efficiency and more power. The car for sale here is not perfect but seems quite decent, sold with extensive… more»
