Much like the displaced Mercedes-Benz 450SL entry from earlier this week, this once-cherished 1973 Volvo 1800ES on eBay found itself outside after the owners couldn’t keep it running. A sad tale, because the seller’s mention of how much the car was… more»
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Jun 27, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1968 Volvo 122S: Bullet Proof Barn Find
After easily reviving our Volvo 122S and a 142, I’ve concluded that if you are going to buy a barn find to actually drive and enjoy, Volvos are the cars to look for. These bullet proof machines just run and… more»
Jun 10, 2015 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Three Volvos for $1,500: The Sensible Buy?
Barn Finds reader Robert R spotted this interesting package deal for 3 Volvos here on craigslist in Kansas. To me, this is what the smart shopper does: they look for someone unloading the last remnants of a collection of cars… more»
Jun 8, 2015 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Barn Find 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
This Volvo came from a barn in South Carolina, but is currently located in Miami, Florida. It’s for sale here on eBay with an opening bid of just under $2,500 and a buy-it-now of $3,695.95. It’s equipped with a… more»
May 9, 2015 • Our Projects Stories • 6 Comments
Farewell To Our Volvo 122 Project
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»
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»
