Among the potential project cars that are perpetually on my list of Gee, I’d like to own one of those someday is the first-generation Saab 900 Turbo. This 1979 example is not only the first iteration of the classic turbocharged… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Nov 27, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Sleeper Brick: 1990 Volvo 740 Turbo Wagon
We don’t normally feature modern modified vehicles, but this 1990 Volvo 740 Turbo Wagon is worth a closer look given some of the names that have graced its build. The founder of the website Turbo Bricks, one of the predominant… more»
Nov 15, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Solid Project: 1966 Volvo 1800S
Recently here at Barn Finds, we featured this 1972 Volvo 1800E, and the reception for it was luke-warm. This was mainly due to the extent of rust in that car. This 1966 example appears to be a far more… more»
Nov 9, 2018 • For Sale • 52 Comments
Custom Swede: 1980 Volvo 242DL
When I first looked at the photos of this car I struggled to work out what it is. Then I struggled to work out why it is. It is certainly distinctive, and you will find it listed for sale… more»
Nov 6, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Restore Or Drive? 1972 Volvo 1800E
The Volvo 1800 first entered production in 1961 after Volvo at one point considered not producing the car, and in fact, denied the existence of the prototype vehicle. The reluctance of Volvo almost saw the car produced by a… more»
Oct 27, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
23,000 Original Miles: 2000 Volvo V70 Wagon
After having my first child last year, I’ve quickly realized my daily driver sedan is not long for this world. Man, you haul a lot of stuff with kids in tow. I’m not inclined to adding one more CUV to… more»
Oct 9, 2018 • Exclusives For Sale • 8 Comments
Success Story: Georgia Collection ’70 Saab 96
As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here and Part II, which features additional vehicles for… more»
Oct 5, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Sweet Swede: 1990 Saab 900 SPG Turbo
During the second half of the 20th Century car company failures were not unusual, and some great names would be consigned to the dusty pages of history books if it weren’t for organizations such as Barn Finds. Since the… more»
Oct 4, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Ruddspeed Modified: 1965 Volvo 122S
When we think of popular tuning houses closely associated with major manufacturers, names like AMG, RUF, and Cosworth are quick to come to mind. However, familiarize yourself with the name Ruddspeed, which apparently looked after old Volvo 122s back… more»
Oct 3, 2018 • Uncategorized • 8 Comments
Revived Brick: 1986 Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 was built in large numbers over a remarkable 19-year production run, and it was built to last—so much so that, 25 years after production ended, 240s are still in service as reliable, workaday transportation in many… more»
Oct 1, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
$3,000 Swede: 1971 Saab Sonett III
Being Swedish – ok, half Swedish, or my ancestors were on my mom’s side.. wait, what was I talking about again? Oh yeah, being half Swedish I’ve always wondered how I have never owned a Saab. They were such… more»
Sep 13, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Clown Car: 1962 Volvo 544 Sport B-18
Volvo is a manufacturer that I have complete respect for. Their cars seem to be long-lived and capable of surprising levels of performance. In Scandinavian countries cars like our feature car continue to compete successfully in both rallying and… more»
Sep 11, 2018 • Classifieds • 21 Comments
Reader Ad: 1990 Volvo 740 V8 Wagon
Update 9/13/2018 – We just heard from Michael and the Volvo has sold! Hopefully, the new owner will keep us updated on their V8 Volvo adventures. It might look like a regular old Volvo wagon, but under the hood… more»
Sep 5, 2018 • Exclusives • 11 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Saab 96 V4
From 7/27/2018 – As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here. As we move ahead with the… more»
Sep 2, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Chop Top for Engine Swap: 1980 Volvo 262C Bertone
The 1978-81 Volvo 262C Bertone may have been aimed at the luxury coupe market, but to create it, Volvo took a page from the classic hot rodder’s playbook: they chopped the top, roughly ten centimeters compared to its 240-… more»
Sep 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 5 Comments
Swede Deal: 1970 Volvo P1800E
Here is a project that may be worth more than a look. This 1970 Volvo P1800E is currently up for grabs in Keene New Hampshire found here on Craigslist for $3,900. The seller has kindly provided lots of photos… more»
