While going to College in Wyoming I would make the 8 block journey from my small apartment to campus and each time I made the trip I would walk past a wonderful looking Saab Sonett. Each time I went… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Dec 26, 2014 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Pair of Amazons: 1967 & 1968 Volvo 122’s
The Volvo Amazon has always intrigued me, although not enough to buy one (yet). Extremely tough, with pleasing lines and robust mechanicals, I know many enthusiasts see these as great daily drivers, historic rally cars and just fun to… more»
Dec 23, 2014 • For Sale • 9 Comments
17k Mile 1972 SAAB Sonett
This submission comes from one of our readers, Chuck F. You have probably read his insightful comments, but now you can enjoy an article penned by him too. If the response is positive, perhaps he will grace us with more? – I remember seeing… more»
Dec 8, 2014 • For Sale • 18 Comments
1959 Volvo PV544 for $1,000
Even though both a 122 and a 145 currently reside in my garage, I still want to find a 544. That may sound crazy because the PV544 is the most archaic of the bunch, but it was also the lightest…. more»
Dec 7, 2014 • Our Projects Stories • 51 Comments
Meet My Daily Driver: 1972 Volvo 145E
Some of you already know, but for those who don’t, I just bought another Volvo! After dragging our Amazon project home the other day, I decided that I needed the wagon that we found while out hunting. The Miata… more»
Dec 1, 2014 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Out of Time: 1972 Volvo 1800E
Project cars: we love them, we loathe them. As I consider potentially adding a new project to my fleet, I’m reminded of the thoughts I had in the first few months of owning my E30. Feeling overwhelmed comes to… more»
Nov 27, 2014 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Turkey Day Discovery: Volvo 122s
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you from all of us here at Barn Finds! There is so much to be grateful for – family, friends, and faith. The list could go on and on. We are grateful for you… more»
Nov 19, 2014 • Stories • 56 Comments
1972 Volvo 145: Should We Buy It?
You know I wouldn’t sell a car without having a replacement lined up! We found this wagon while we were on the hunt for an old Volvo. We did end up dragging home a 1964 122s, but also met a few Volvo… more»
Nov 5, 2014 • Stories • 55 Comments
Our Wild Goose Chase for a Mythical Amazon
As I have mentioned, Josh and I are ready for a new challenge. We weren’t really sure what car we wanted to acquire next, but I had secretly been wanting an old Volvo for a while, so I placed… more»
Sep 25, 2014 • Stories • 10 Comments
Say So Long To Our SAAB Project
The journey with my 1987 SAAB 900S has been an interesting one. At times I hated it, but there were times when I loved it too. Many of my updates were filled with negative rants about problems that had… more»
Aug 26, 2014 • Stories • 25 Comments
SAAB Project Update: The Dreaded Starter Swap
After my gripe session the other day, I decided it was time to get the SAAB back on the road yet once again. After a few quick tests with my trusty multimeter, I determined that the starter was indeed bad…. more»
Aug 16, 2014 • Stories • 25 Comments
Rhode Island Amazon: 1966 Volvo 122S
Submitted by John M – Just recently while driving around northern Rhode Island my eyes were drawn to a Volvo that I had been curious about for several years now. So I finally decided to stop and ask about the… more»
Aug 13, 2014 • For Sale • 30 Comments
SAAB Project Update: Ready To Move On
Can you even spot the SAAB tucked back there in the corner? Well, that is where it has sat for the past few weeks and it’s not just because I have been having more fun with the Mustang and… more»
Jun 10, 2014 • For Sale • 12 Comments
SAAB Project Update: Digital Detective Work
Now that the Starlet is sold, we need to turn our attention back to the SAAB. If you have been following our project updates then you know that we have been trying to track down a few gremlins. Fuel… more»
May 19, 2014 • Stories • 36 Comments
SAAB Project Update: Running Rough When Warm
We may have celebrated prematurely. After taking the SAAB out on a long drive the other day, the surging idle and stalling issues reared their ugly heads again. So, I went ahead and replaced all the vacuum hoses and… more»
Apr 18, 2014 • Stories • 61 Comments
Who Needs a Truck When You Have a SAAB?
The honeymoon is officially over. If you follow the site, then you know I had a lapse in judgment the other day and bought a 1987 SAAB 900 for $1,600. People warned me, but I didn’t listen. Don’t get… more»
