A French gentleman named Nicholas Cugnot is said to have been the first to have successfully used front-wheel drive on a vehicle – a steam-powered three-wheeler – in 1769, almost 200 years before this 1967 Saab 95 was made…. more»
Swedish Classic Cars
Nov 8, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
1 of 1600? 1980 Saab 99 GLi Survivor
The Saab 99 was an upgrade in size and performance from the 96 before it and was in production from 1968 to 1984. Saabs were known for their build quality, though the Swedish company discontinued assembling automobiles after 2016…. more»
Nov 4, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Sporty Shooting Brake: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
We’re told very little about this 1972 Volvo 1800 ES sporting station wagon here on Facebook Marketplace in Henderson, Nevada. It “runs well and is in good shape.” And darned if that doesn’t appear to be true. The ES… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Plastic Project: 1971 Saab Sonett III
While the Saab Sonett produced from 1970 through 1974 purports to be a Sonett “III”, it’s actually the fourth model made. The series began in 1955 with the launch of a roadster powered by a two-stroke motor, called the… more»
Oct 5, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
2 Owner Wagon: 1978 Volvo 245 DL
Volvo wagons have historically been favored by a certain type of owner, usually a college professor or anyone else who can get away with wearing elbow patches on a tweet sport jacket. This often leads to a longer period… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Owned By a Shipbuilding Lt. Governor: 1975 Volvo 164E
Celebrities and politicians have to purchase cars just like the rest of us. However, does the ownership of a car by such a person make it more valuable or desirable? Is there a sliding scale based on their level… more»
Sep 23, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Unrestored 1963 Volvo 122S
Between its debut in 1956 and this 1963 model, Volvo’s Amason turned Amazon turned 122 watched much of the world abandon its ’50s styling. Still, this 1963 Volvo 122S, “S” for Sports, offered a welcome alternative to ponderous American… more»
Sep 13, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Swedish Survivor: 1968 Saab 96 Deluxe
I have always found it sad that Saab is a company that joined the long list of manufacturers that are no longer with us. It produced some of the most interesting and quirky vehicles in automotive history, with many… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Two-Engine Project: 1960 Volvo PV544
The Volvo PV Series was conceived during the World War II years as an economical means of transportation to address the pent-up demand for Swedish car buyers in the 1940s. Production began on the PV444 in 1947 and migrated… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Swedish Hot Rod: V8-Equipped 1968 Volvo 122S
This 1968 Volvo 122S is a tidy classic that can be considered a genuine sleeper. These cars offered respectable performance off the showroom floor, but the V8 under this Volvo’s hood almost doubles the power available to the driver…. more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Swedish Survivor: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE Convertible
Summer is coming to an end for a lot of the U.S. and along with it, convertible season, at least for those who don’t mind driving with the top down when it’s cold. Still, fall and winter are when… more»
Aug 7, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
3-for-1: 1972 Volvo 1800ES
Many enthusiasts welcome the opportunity to purchase a restoration project with a donor car as part of the deal. However, this 1972 Volvo 1800ES package lifts that to a higher level, because it includes two spare vehicles. Assessing the… more»
Jul 29, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
One Owner, No Reserve: 1990 Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 is what you see in the dictionary when looking up the meaning of the word “venerable.” It is the epitome of a classic European sedan that will never excite you but will still put a smile… more»
Jul 22, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Project With A Rebuilt Engine: 1968 Saab 96
Like most of you, I actively look for dozens of specific cars for sale online, and the offbeat Saab 96 is one of them. There’s something appealing about its functional shape, sheer quirkiness, and storied rally history with daring… more»
Jul 21, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Turbo Drop-Top: No Reserve 2004 Volvo C70 Convertible
Volvo spent decades establishing a reputation for producing some of the safest cars on the planet. Besides its legendary P1800 range, it hadn’t offered many genuinely sporting vehicles until the 240 Turbo hit showrooms for the 1981 model year…. more»
Jul 6, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Bertone Coupe: 1989 Volvo 780
When Volvo first began its collaboration with Bertone, it resulted in the goofy 262C coupe with its dramatically chopped roof and overall odd proportions. The new model caused further confusion for trying to push customers into a relationship with… more»
