Over the last year, we have been treated to several sales of large collections. Notable examples include the Palmen Barnfind Collection, and Rudi Klein’s Junkyard Collection. In about two weeks, Classic Car Auctions will complete a dispersal sale on… more»
Swedish Classic Cars
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Pick Your Engine: 1970 Saab 96
Dedicated fans of Sweden’s quirky compact are certainly raising a quizzical eyebrow at my title, because this clearly does not look like a ’70 model. Well, it is. The seller has outfitted it with the trim from a ’67… more»
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Turbocharged Sedan: 1997 Saab 9000 CSE
It’s amazing how much of a chilling effect a brand’s retirement can have on future values of cars made when the company was in its prime. Saab has deep roots in the enthusiast community, manufacturing a variety of sedans,… more»
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Donated Swede: 1964 Volvo PV544
While the air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle gets a lot of credit for having an iconic design, the Volvo PV544 seems like an unsung hero in terms of styling. The combination of American- and European-inspired cues is quite novel, bringing a… more»
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No Reserve: 1974 Saab Sonett III
Saab marched to the beat of a different drummer, producing interesting and quirky cars. This 1974 Saab Sonett III was its attempt at bringing a sporting model to the market, although it never sold in the volumes originally envisaged…. more»
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5-Speed and Straight: 1992 Volvo 240
This 1992 Volvo 240 is as basic as it gets, but in this case, that’s a good thing: it has the preferred manual gearbox, which while not exactly rare, you’re not guaranteed to find when you peek inside. The… more»
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Upgraded Driver: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
There are still some hidden gems out there on the vintage car marketplace, offering both exclusivity and a highly entertaining driving experience for reasonable money. And, if you decide to give a car like this gorgeous 1972 Volvo 1800ES… more»
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Fiberglass FWD: 1972 Saab Sonett
Ever seen a car that’s been put through the entire gauntlet of a restoration, from welding to paint, interior and mechanical work, only to discover that major components remained fatally flawed? That’s the story of this 1972 Saab Sonett… more»
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39K Mile Wagon: 2001 Saab 9-5
One of the more missed brands on the landscape of retired vehicle marques is undoubtedly Saab, which was loved by both hardcore enthusiasts as well as individuals who simply enjoyed the quirky character of this durable lineup of wagons… more»
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Shooting Brake Garage Find: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
I’ve always had a “thing” for Volvo’s 1800 and the shooting brake ES version, well, that’s even better – functionality wrapped up in a sporty package. Today’s 1972 example, discovered in a York, Pennsylvania parking garage and sitting for… more»
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California Car: 1969 Volvo 1800S
Cars can teach us an important lesson in the perils of procrastination. For example, think of how many times you were determined to buy a certain make or model only to discover that it was no longer priced within… more»
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Two Cars in One! 1960 Volvo PV445 “Duett”
Volvo’s first foray into unibody construction was the PV444, a sedan produced after WWII. That homely but beloved vehicle set Volvo up to thrive in the post-war period. To expand its appeal, Volvo produced a bare chassis version of… more»
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1-of-300: 1980 Saab 96 GL Jubileum
Launched in 1960, the Saab 96 enjoyed a far longer production life than even the most optimistic company managers could have anticipated. The last cars rolled off the line in 1980, and Saab marked the occasion by producing the… more»
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Family Hauler: 1993 Volvo 240 Sedan
This 1993 Volvo 240 is a rare find for a few reasons, but namely because it’s from the end of this venerable model’s production cycle. The 1993 models are hard to come by, but especially in bright colors like… more»
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Turbo Brick: 1982 Volvo 240 GLT Wagon
The “turbo brick” is an affection term for one of the first cars to disrupt standard perceptions of what a performance vehicle looked like: the Volvo 240 GLT, a turbocharged wagon available with a manual transmission, quickly worked its… more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1974 Saab Sonett III
While it isn’t as rare as we might sometimes think, finding a fifty-year-old classic that is a one-owner survivor is always a pleasant surprise. Such is the case with this 1974 Saab Sonett III. It has called the same… more»
