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»
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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»
Nov 25, 2019 • Stories • 28 Comments
Strange Six-Wheeler: Saab 906 Turbo Concept
Six-wheeled vehicles have taken many forms over the years, from the Formula 1 cars belonging to teams Williams and Tyrell to off-roaders that tout the extra axle as key to extra traction. Whatever the reason for this on-again, off-again… more»
Nov 24, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Nice Driver: 1962 Volvo 544 Sport
This 1962 Volvo 544 is a desirable Sport model which featured dual carbs on the durable B18 inline-four engine. The seller describes this car as a nice driver rather than a pristine showcar, which is right in the sweet… more»
Nov 13, 2019 • For Sale • 35 Comments
High Mileage Club: 560k Mile 1983 Saab 900
Update 11/13/19 – This high-mileage Saab is still on the market and just hit eBay with a $1 starting bid and no reserve! How high will it go? From 4/4/19 – Typically, we celebrate iconic cars wearing astoundingly low… more»
Nov 5, 2019 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Vintage 1957 Volvo PV444 Race Car!
The Volvo PV444 was produced by Volvo from 1947 to 1966. This one is special because it is a vintage race car built by Bill Leonheart and is still actively raced. This car is for sale here on eBay… more»
Nov 3, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Project Or Parts? 1973 Saab Sonett III
When it comes to affordable project cars, they really don’t come much cheaper than this 1973 Saab Sonett III. Hand the seller a mere $400, and you will have for yourself one very interesting car. It is located in… more»
Oct 30, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rare GT Spec: 1978 Volvo 242 GT
There exists a class of vehicles that is not terribly valuable but still quite rare and cherished by enthusiasts. This 1978 Volvo 242 GT falls in that category of being a vehicle that doesn’t come up for sale all… more»
Oct 27, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Storage Rescue: 1975 Volvo 164E
It is funny how cars from different countries almost always uniquely reflect the culture of that country. We could go into the different personalities of Italian cars vs. British cars, or Japanese vehicles in comparison to American ones. However,… more»
Oct 25, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Going Cheap: No Reserve 1968 Volvo 1800S
The same seller that has listed several rough British classics and a seemingly complete Alfa Romeo GTV6 at no reserve has one more barn find to unveil, that being a very rough Volvo 1800S coupe. This one is also… more»
