This Saab listed on craigslist sounds very promising, although the $8,900 price seems a bit steep. They are somewhat rare, as only about 8k were built in its four year run from 1970 to 1974. This one was a one… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Apr 3, 2016 • For Sale Stories Success Stories • 39 Comments
Forest Find Volvo P1800 Update!
It’s been quite a while since we featured a poor little Volvo P1800 that reader Doug M had found. That sad Swede was overgrown and sinking into the ground, but he recently emailed us with good news! He was… more»
Mar 31, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Auction Regrets: 1980 Saab 900 Turbo
If I were to bid on a vehicle from afar, there’s a pretty good chance I’ve convinced myself I want to own it. Between the anxiety of bidding and trying to make an informed decision based solely on photos,… more»
Mar 17, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
30-Year Dream: 1966 Volvo 1800
In 1966, the Volvo 1800 was a very distinctive shape on the road, especially in the United States. This particular example has been stored in Jacksonville, Florida for 30 years awaiting a restoration that never came. Now it’s up… more»
Mar 12, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sweet Swede: 1973 Saab Sonett III
If you’re as Scandinavian, as I am, you probably like old Saabs. Or, maybe you’re not Scandinavian but you’re as wacky as I am, if that’s even possible. In either case, this 1973 Saab Sonett III that I ran… more»
Mar 7, 2016 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Cop Package: 1985 Volvo 240 Police Car
“It’s got a cop motor…cop suspension…” Those words are forever immortalized in many a gearhead’s mind after watching the original Blues Brothers movie. From that point on, we’ve always been fascinated by the notion that some huge, domestic sedan came with a… more»
Feb 27, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Scandinavian Save: 1973 SAAB 96
This SAAB 96 is claimed to have come from California and to have sat in storage for the last 10 years. It was supposedly running when parked and is said to be solid with only surface rust. It’s a… more»
Feb 26, 2016 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Diplomat Driven: 1984 Volvo 240 Diesel
This 1984 Volvo 240 here on eBay may look like just a nice survivor-grade example of a fairly common car. But this particular 240 is a special-order model, equipped with a diesel engine and supposedly purchased through Volvo’s Diplomat… more»
Feb 20, 2016 • For Sale • 19 Comments
200,000 Miles: 1967 Volvo 122S
Usually high mileage is a bad thing, but when it comes to Volvos, a few turns of the odometer is a badge of honor. In fact, the company used to award diligent owners for keeping their boxes on the… more»
Feb 9, 2016 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rusty But Running: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
If you can handle do a little bit of metal work, this 1973 Volvo 1800ES here on eBay looks like a good deal. The seller is asking $3,500 (or you can start the bidding at $200) and has disclosed… more»
Jan 26, 2016 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Owned Since ’83: 1980 Volvo 240
Grandma-owned: that’s the goal for a lot of project car chasers, finding that specimen of a car that’s usually rusted out or spent too many years on the used car circuit to be useful. This 1980 Volvo 240 sports… more»
Jan 22, 2016 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Let’s Be Honest: 1970 Volvo P1800E
One of the tougher elements of being a project car owner is you grow a bit pessimistic at times, especially when reading the listings of other cars for sale. Take this 1970 Volvo P1800E here on eBay: the seller… more»
Jan 13, 2016 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Sweet And Crusty: 1970 Saab 96
The last V-4 Saab 96 we featured here in December 2015. Will this 96 bring you happiness too? Parked in Export, Pennsylvania, this 1970 Saab 96 is listed here on eBay at no reserve with the high bid at… more»
Jan 8, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Turbo Swede: 1978 Saab 99
These old Saab Turbos are one part of a standing rotation of vehicles I’d consider as a possible future project car. The trouble is, they’re extremely hard to find and even more difficult to track down – and afford… more»
Jan 5, 2016 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1979 Volvo 262C: Chopped By Bertone
This rare 1979 Volvo 262C Bertone coupe here on eBay has been kept in a garage for the last 20 years. If you ask the seller, it’s ripe for an engine transplant, as a few hot rods have been… more»
Dec 28, 2015 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Sporting History: 1971 Volvo 1800
There’s just something intriguing about a car that was used for racing, whether on the street or the track. Knowing there are likely some old-timers around who recall a certain car tearing up the local backroads or road course… more»
