Volvo’s P1800 coupe remains one of those attainable classics that provides access to an enthusiastic community of owners and decent parts supply. This particular example is in need of an engine and general bodywork/rust repair, but becomes a more… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Mar 28, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Volvo’s E-Type: 1965 Volvo P1800
With respect to an old Volvo advertisement that called the P1800 “Volvo’s E-Type,” this dusty barn find located in Tallahassee, Florida is a long way from chasing down a Jaguar. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Doug T. for the find, which… more»
Mar 17, 2018 • For Sale • 43 Comments
What’s Hiding Under That Foliage?
We have seen cars with weeds growing around them and trees growing through them, but this could be first one that’s been covered in vines! Any guesses as to what could be hiding under there? Keep reading to find… more»
Mar 8, 2018 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Project X-58: 1989 Eagle Premier LX
Do any of you remember the Eagle Premier? It came at a time when most of the offerings by “AMC” were 4WD in nature and were named Eagles. This 1989 Eagle Premier LX is a one-owner car. It can… more»
Mar 1, 2018 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Sweet Swede: 1983 Volvo 242 Turbo
This car wasn’t found in a barn and it isn’t even dusty. But, it’s unique, it’s a two-door, it has a manual transmission not to mention a turbo, and it looks nice. It’s a 1983 Volvo 242 Turbo and… more»
Feb 24, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cheap Resto Candidate: 1971 Saab Sonett
Saab’s quirky Sonett coupe underwent a few transformations in its short-lived existence, with cars like this Sonett III the swan song for perhaps the most sporting car Saab has ever made. Sure, the later 900 SPGs and 9000 Turbos… more»
Feb 14, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Former Solo 2 Champ: Volvo P1800 Race Car
Old race cars always make our hearts beat a litle faster, even those used on the amateur circuits. This Volvo P1800 was used extensively as a track car in Florida’s competitive autocross scene, even being crowned a Solo2 champion… more»
Feb 8, 2018 • Stories • 28 Comments
A Touching Story: 1962 Volvo 544
When we see a car left outside to wither away we wonder why and perhaps we even feel a bit angry. Perhaps this once there’s a good reason if ever there could be one. It seems the old gentleman… more»
Feb 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 29 Comments
Bargain Basement Find: 1968 Saab 96 Deluxe
Saab built the Model 96 for 20 years beginning in 1960. It originally had a little 38 horsepower “corn popper” 2 stroke engine that was available until 1968. They were reliable but the little 2 stroke engines had their… more»
Feb 4, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Swedish Project: 1966 Volvo 122
88,776 miles is barely broken in for certain cars. Think of some of the vehicles that you’ve had and how many miles that you put on them. This 1966 Volvo 122 Sedan seems like it would be barely broken… more»
Jan 20, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Too Nice to Donate: 1983 Volvo 240 DL
75 percent of the time, donation cars deserve to be given away, due to absurdly bad running condition, accident damage or undiagnosed no-start issues. But sometimes, we see cars that absolutely could have found a loving home with an… more»
Jan 19, 2018 • Uncategorized • 8 Comments
Swedish Hippie: 1967 SAAB 95 Wagon
Saabs are, well, different, especially the earlier cars. Barn Finds reader Rocco B found us this interesting Saab 95. It looks more like a candidate for a LeMons race so the first glance is certainly not promising.. It’s listed here on… more»
Jan 19, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Swedish Graveyard: Volvo Collection in California
While yesterday’s “collection” post focused on old air-cooled VWs, today’s is about Volvo P1800 coupes. A craigslist seller in California’s San Fernando Valley has posted up a vast collection of these pretty Swedes, along with photos of a few… more»
Jan 14, 2018 • Uncategorized • 34 Comments
True Blue Swede: 1974 Saab Sonett III
There was so much potential in Saab, it’s unfortunate that they aren’t still around, at least in their current form. The 1974 Saab Sonett III seen here is listed on eBay with a single bid of $999.99 (it must… more»
Jan 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 21 Comments
Red Wagon: 1965 Volvo 122S Wagon
The “the previous owner said the engine ran well when they parked it several years ago.” Hopefully this pretty solid-looking 1965 Volvo 122S Wagon can be brought to life again. This Amazon is listed on eBay with currently two bids… more»
Jan 5, 2018 • Uncategorized • 26 Comments
One Rare Swede: 1955 Saab 92B
We all know that just because a particular vehicle is rare doesn’t always mean that it’s valuable or even desirable. This is one of those cases where rare does equal valuable, and even desirability, at least to those of… more»
