It was hard to do, but last week I said farewell to my 1964 Volvo 122. With two British cars in the garage and one of them in daily service, I have my hands full. And although I like… more»
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May 8, 2015 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Another Volvo 1800 Convertible
When it rains, it pours! About a week ago we featured a 1965 Volvo 1800 that had undergone a convertible conversion. Unfortunately, the seller pulled the listing so we never got to see what it sold for. This one… more»
May 6, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1973 Volvo 1800 ES Hot Rod?
With one of the more unusual descriptions I’ve seen in an eBay auction, this car that can “tempt AC Cobras” is for sale in Succasunna, New Jersey where it “burns rubber.” You can find the auction here on eBay… more»
Apr 30, 2015 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Volvoville Convertible: 1965 Volvo 1800S
If you have any interest in old Volvos, the photo of this 1800 probably threw you off. Look ma, no roof! Volvo never built a convertible version of their pseudo sports car, but that didn’t stop Stanley Lazarus. Stanley and his… more»
Apr 29, 2015 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1972 Volvo P1800 ES: Accessible Example
Not too long ago, a 1973 Volvo P1800ES smashed every auction record by selling for over $90,000. That’s pretty amazing for a utilitarian hauler that while attractive, has never been known for its collectability. Fortunately, you can still find… more»
Apr 17, 2015 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1965 Volvo PV544: Fender-Lovin’ Good
The classic Volvo PV544 has always struck me as a bit of a Swedish hot rod. Those jacked-up fenders are unlike anything we see on modern Volvos, which is why this 1965 PV544 here on craigslist for $3,000 caught… more»
Mar 19, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Got Volvos? Field Full Of Volvos In Colorado
Robert R has sent us the motherlode of classic Volvo finds! Located in southwest Colorado, this list has me drooling. Check it out yourself here on craigslist. With (2) P1800’s, a 122, a P210, a 544, two 444’s, and… more»
Mar 14, 2015 • For Sale Our Projects • 22 Comments
1972 Volvo 145E: Rally Wagon
UPDATE 3/14/14 – Well, the auction didn’t meet reserve and since I already purchased the MGB, I really need to get this one sold. So, to encourage a sale I have relisted it here on eBay with a BIN… more»
Mar 5, 2015 • Stories • 38 Comments
122 Project Update: Brake Job Halted
After getting the engine in our 1964 Volvo 122 running again, it was time to turn my attention to the brakes. There is no sense in going if you can’t stop! Hoses, caliper seals, wheel cylinders, and a new… more»
Feb 27, 2015 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1972 Volvo 145: It’s Gotta Go!
After writing up a couple of Fiestas the other day, I decided to go and test drive one of those new Fiesta STs that all the automotive journalists have been gushing about. Well, that went so well that a… more»
Jan 29, 2015 • Stories • 19 Comments
How To Fix A Sticky Choke
If you have been following this site for any length of time then you already know that I have been driving a 1972 Volvo 145 to the office for the past few months. Snow, rain, or shine – I… more»
Jan 26, 2015 • For Sale • 22 Comments
One Of 6,000: 1963 Volvo P1800
I’ve wondered for a long time exactly what logic led Volvo to have the first P1800 bodies built by Jensen in England. Don’t get me wrong; I love British cars. But generally they were and are known for their… more»
Jan 25, 2015 • Our Projects Stories • 26 Comments
It Runs Again: 1964 Volvo 122S
So on Wednesday last week, we busily hurried to get everything done at the office so we could head to Jesse’s garage to work on the 1964 Volvo 122S that had made residence there since he purchased it a… more»
Jan 7, 2015 • For Sale • 22 Comments
22 Years In Storage: 1958 Volvo PV444
Volvo had already established a reputation for building quality cars before the war, but their reach was limited. They kept at it though and ended up building the perfect car for the post-war economy. It was smaller and more… more»
Dec 30, 2014 • Our Projects Stories • 30 Comments
Daily Driver Update: 1972 Volvo 145E
Using a classic car as your daily driver can be a challenge. Modern cars provide almost maintenance-free reliability, while older cars require constant vigilance. Gauges that display things like oil pressure become much important when they are not accompanied… more»
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»
