In the 1950s, Volvo’s US-sold vehicles included two stodgy but rally-worthy dumplings: the PV444/544 and the Amazon 120 series. Neither car lit the pavement on fire, but both sold reasonably well. Meanwhile, American producers were refining the likes of… more»
1800S
Nov 30, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Hidden Surprises? 1966 Volvo 1800S
I will honestly raise my hand and admit that I was never a fan of Volvos. I saw them as staid and boring cars from a company that traded more on its safety credentials than its performance prowess. This… more»
Nov 21, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Some Body Work Required: 1968 Volvo 1800S
This example of a Volvo 1800S is a heartbreaker. Long-term knowledgeable owner? Yes. Mechanically restored? Yes, including motor rebuild. Desirable colors? Absolutely, and a brand-new interior. From a distance, this car looks superb. But when the current owner acquired… more»
Aug 17, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
77k Original Miles: 1969 Volvo 1800S
There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo more than a brief passing glance. I respected the company’s engineering, but its offerings never set my pulse racing. That attitude changed when my father decided to step… more»
Jun 15, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Swedish Survivor: 1966 Volvo 1800S
I’ve always found Volvo a fascinating vehicle manufacturer. Where some companies change models frequently or regularly perform significant updates to existing models, Volvo has a history of keeping models in production for extended periods with little more than evolutionary… more»
Jan 3, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
In The Family Since ’69: 1966 Volvo 1800S
The Volvo 1800 was a 2+2, front-engine, rear-drive touring car built in Europe during 1961-73. While most of the cars sold were coupes, a “shooting-brake” version was offered during its final model year. The mechanical components of the automobile… more»
Jul 10, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1967 Volvo 1800S
As mild-mannered Clark Kent proved when he slipped on the lycra suit and the red cape, heroes can emerge from the most unlikely of sources. Such is the case with the Volvo 1800S. This company has developed a reputation… more»
