Many Volvos models look like smaller versions of American cars. For example, the PV544 looks like a prewar Ford and the 120 Series Volvos look like Chryslers from the early 1950s. Then there is the P1800S model that looks like an… more»
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Apr 28, 2018 • Stories • 31 Comments
One of None! 1972 Volvo 165 (164E)
Thanks to reader Mathias B. (presumably of Sweden) who spotted this enhanced-at-birth 1972 Volvo “165” here on bilwebauctions.se. It resides outside Göteborg, Sweden (“Gothenburg” for us English-speaking types) until its auction on 5 May 2018. While it may or… more»
Apr 8, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Project Coupe + Parts Car: 1972 Volvo P1800
Volvo’s P1800 coupe remains one of those attainable classics that provides access to an enthusiastic community of owners and decent parts supply. This particular example is in need of an engine and general bodywork/rust repair, but becomes a more… more»
Mar 28, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Volvo’s E-Type: 1965 Volvo P1800
With respect to an old Volvo advertisement that called the P1800 “Volvo’s E-Type,” this dusty barn find located in Tallahassee, Florida is a long way from chasing down a Jaguar. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Doug T. for the find, which… more»
Mar 1, 2018 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Sweet Swede: 1983 Volvo 242 Turbo
This car wasn’t found in a barn and it isn’t even dusty. But, it’s unique, it’s a two-door, it has a manual transmission not to mention a turbo, and it looks nice. It’s a 1983 Volvo 242 Turbo and… more»
Feb 14, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Former Solo 2 Champ: Volvo P1800 Race Car
Old race cars always make our hearts beat a litle faster, even those used on the amateur circuits. This Volvo P1800 was used extensively as a track car in Florida’s competitive autocross scene, even being crowned a Solo2 champion… more»
Feb 8, 2018 • Stories • 28 Comments
A Touching Story: 1962 Volvo 544
When we see a car left outside to wither away we wonder why and perhaps we even feel a bit angry. Perhaps this once there’s a good reason if ever there could be one. It seems the old gentleman… more»
Feb 4, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Swedish Project: 1966 Volvo 122
88,776 miles is barely broken in for certain cars. Think of some of the vehicles that you’ve had and how many miles that you put on them. This 1966 Volvo 122 Sedan seems like it would be barely broken… more»
Jan 20, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Too Nice to Donate: 1983 Volvo 240 DL
75 percent of the time, donation cars deserve to be given away, due to absurdly bad running condition, accident damage or undiagnosed no-start issues. But sometimes, we see cars that absolutely could have found a loving home with an… more»
Jan 19, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Swedish Graveyard: Volvo Collection in California
While yesterday’s “collection” post focused on old air-cooled VWs, today’s is about Volvo P1800 coupes. A craigslist seller in California’s San Fernando Valley has posted up a vast collection of these pretty Swedes, along with photos of a few… more»
Jan 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 21 Comments
Red Wagon: 1965 Volvo 122S Wagon
The “the previous owner said the engine ran well when they parked it several years ago.” Hopefully this pretty solid-looking 1965 Volvo 122S Wagon can be brought to life again. This Amazon is listed on eBay with currently two bids… more»
Dec 11, 2017 • For Sale • 7 Comments
New England Project Car: 1973 Volvo P1800ES
It seems like there are some cars, no matter how obscure, that just pop up in a given area. Volvos and Saabs are two of the more popular import brands in New England, going back generations when the first… more»
Dec 6, 2017 • Uncategorized • 21 Comments
Gothenburg Drift: 1989 Volvo 780 Bertone Drift Car
In the movie Crazy People, Dudley Moore is an angry ad executive who, in the middle of a career and personal crisis, ends up in an insane asylum. While there, his fellow inmates help him come up with insanely… more»
Nov 7, 2017 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Where Are They Now: The Volvo P1800 Whisky Cars
I came across an excellent recounting of misadventure on the high seas involving some 29 Volvo P1800 coupes, ordered by Americans who held deposits on the swanky Swedes. For some of these special-order cars, their chance to carve up… more»
Oct 21, 2017 • Uncategorized • 23 Comments
Swedish Deal: 1972 Volvo 142 E
The Swedish are known for manufacturing brick shaped cars, and while both Volvo and Saab are guilty of this Volvo kept it going for a long time. Volvos are the type of car you either love or hate, but… more»
Oct 16, 2017 • Uncategorized • 41 Comments
Second Chance: Our 1984 Volvo 240 Rally Wagon
UPDATE 10/16/17 – Well, the auction ended at $2,925 (a bargain considering all the time and money put into it), but the high bidder backed out claiming that he didn’t get permission from his wife… I’m not even going… more»
