It seems like there are some cars, no matter how obscure, that just pop up in a given area. Volvos and Saabs are two of the more popular import brands in New England, going back generations when the first… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Dec 6, 2017 • Uncategorized • 21 Comments
Gothenburg Drift: 1989 Volvo 780 Bertone Drift Car
In the movie Crazy People, Dudley Moore is an angry ad executive who, in the middle of a career and personal crisis, ends up in an insane asylum. While there, his fellow inmates help him come up with insanely… more»
Nov 14, 2017 • For Sale • 14 Comments
11 Saabs for $10K: Saab Collection in the UK
This really does seem too good to be true, especially if you’re a Saab fanatic: 11 Saab projects for $10K, or 7,500 in British pounds since this barn find is overseas. The collection consists largely of late 1980s model… more»
Nov 7, 2017 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Where Are They Now: The Volvo P1800 Whisky Cars
I came across an excellent recounting of misadventure on the high seas involving some 29 Volvo P1800 coupes, ordered by Americans who held deposits on the swanky Swedes. For some of these special-order cars, their chance to carve up… more»
Oct 21, 2017 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
Swedish Deal: 1972 Volvo 142 E
The Swedish are known for manufacturing brick shaped cars, and while both Volvo and Saab are guilty of this Volvo kept it going for a long time. Volvos are the type of car you either love or hate, but… more»
Oct 16, 2017 • Uncategorized • 41 Comments
Second Chance: Our 1984 Volvo 240 Rally Wagon
UPDATE 10/16/17 – Well, the auction ended at $2,925 (a bargain considering all the time and money put into it), but the high bidder backed out claiming that he didn’t get permission from his wife… I’m not even going… more»
Sep 27, 2017 • For Sale • 13 Comments
One Owner Turbo: 1987 Volvo 740
Bear with me: a boxy Volvo sedan? Well, when you consider how few of these pop up on eBay – especially with a one-owner history – this is a rare bird indeed. The turbocharged model is the one to… more»
Sep 25, 2017 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Throwaway Money, Keeper Car: 1972 Volvo 164E
What’s the price point at which you just can’t say no anymore? Is there a certain amount that’s just funny money to you, and if it can be traded for a complete, rust-free, interesting car you simply can’t refuse?… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 126 Comments
Michigan Man Forced To Liquidate His Collection
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»
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»
