While some wouldn’t classify Ron D’s car hoard as a collection, chances are he wouldn’t quite agree with them. He’s been buying interesting cars since he was 21 years old. Most of his cars are currently sitting out on… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Sep 11, 2017 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
One Owner! 1976 Saab 99GL Barn Find
After aging in a barn for 30 years, this cheese-colored 1976 Saab 99GL now finds itself on Minneapolis, Minnesota Craigslist. Thanks to Pat L. for finding this Swedish sedan located in Prescott, Wisconsin, about 11 degrees of latitude south… more»
Sep 6, 2017 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Estate Sale Find: 1967 Volvo 122
Said to have been found at a local estate sale, this Volvo 122 sedan is a stalled restoration project of unknown quality. Looking like it was loved at one time, the sedan sits on flat tires but has a… more»
Aug 21, 2017 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Angeleno Wagon: 1971 Volvo 145S
As I’ve pointed out before, major cities tend to be short on literal barns, but long on tucked-away spots to store old cars. Los Angeles has the added benefit of generally excellent weather, so while many of its automotive… more»
Aug 20, 2017 • For Sale • 21 Comments
868 Original Miles: 1984 Saab 900
This 1984 Saab 900 has 868 original miles and retains many of its pre-delivery features, from the plastic covering the seats to an OEM radio that was never hardwired to the car. It isn’t perfect and displays some evidence… more»
Aug 19, 2017 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Balloon Tire Sonett: 1968 Saab Sonett
Saab Sonett II’s are fairly rare cars to find due to limited production, and some falling victim to neglect. Although that is certainly not the case with this big tire, flared, V4 powered example. Extremely clean, and having recently… more»
Aug 6, 2017 • Events For Sale • 17 Comments
Rally Update: The Race Is Over!
We completed the final day of driving in the NW Classic Rally last night! It was filled with excitement and a few struggles too. We started the day off feeling confident that we could stay on course and hopefully… more»
Aug 4, 2017 • Events For Sale • 10 Comments
Rally Update: We made It Up The Mountain!
We just completed our first day of rally driving and it was a blast! We were anxious to head out of Portland this morning and venture into the surrounding hills. With thousands of tree lined twisty roads, this place… more»
Aug 3, 2017 • Events For Sale • 30 Comments
Rally Update: We Have Arrived In Portland!
Josh and I have arrived in Portland! The journey from Boise, Idaho to Portland, Oregon takes about 6 and a half hours. That’s not too bad, but the triple digit heat made the trip unforgettable. We wished we had… more»
Aug 2, 2017 • Events For Sale • 14 Comments
We Are Headed To The NW Classic Rally!
For the past several weeks we have been working day and night to get ready for our second go at the Monte Shelton Northwest Classic Rally. It’s been a few years since we attended the Northwest Classic in our… more»
Jul 31, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Mark by a Different Marque: 1980 Volvo 262C Bertone
When you think of 1980s Volvo competitors, you probably don’t usually think of Eldorados or Lincoln Marks, but those are exactly the cars that the Volvo 262C was aimed at during its 1978-81 production run. Built and trimmed by… more»
Jul 30, 2017 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Mr. Saab’s Wild Ride: 1964 Saab 96 Sport Replica
Motorsports has been amply blessed with numerous heroic, brave drivers. Most of them you have heard of, such as Stirling Moss, Phil Hill, Ayrton Senna, and Juan Manuel Fangio. However, there was a driver born in Sweden who was… more»
Jul 16, 2017 • For Sale • 10 Comments
First-Year Flatnose: 1986 Saab 900 Convertible
Here’s a case of a seller who perhaps doesn’t really know what he has. This is one of just 400 Saab 900 Turbo convertibles built for the 1986 model year, the legendary droptop’s first, and the only year based… more»
Jul 9, 2017 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Garage Find: 1967 Volvo 1800S
We don’t know a lot about this example of Volvo’s sports car apart from the fact that it was last driven in 1997. It’s showing 190,000 miles and might make someone an interesting project. It’s for sale here on eBay where… more»
Jun 30, 2017 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Amazing Amazon: 1967 Volvo P130
The great sage of our time, Mike Brewer from Wheeler Dealers, once said, “never buy a car in the rain”. Ok, maybe he’s not the great sage of our time, but he knows a thing or two about vehicles…. more»
Jun 12, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale • 19 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1972 Volvo 1800ES
Seller Description: This is solid, running, driving 1800ES that I have owned for 10 years. I bought it as a non-running garage find and have turned it into a reliable runner. I am currently suffering from the typical collector… more»
