Before Volvo earned highly-favored status among safety snobs who didn’t mind driving an indestructible brick-shaped conveyance, Volvo struck gold with a more sporting steed, its gorgeous Italian-styled mini-GT, the P1800. Exuberantly offered “with title!” this 1967 Volvo P1800 wears… more»
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Mar 1, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Lots of Miles to Go: 1970 Volvo 1800E
In the old days, a car with 100,000 miles was universally considered to be worn out. Someone else could deal with the maintenance from that point on, as it was time to trade in. Well, at least until Volvo… more»
Feb 19, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Jensen Edition: 1963 Volvo P1800
When was the Swedish-built Volvo P1800 sports car not a product of Sweden? When it was built by Jensen in England for the first 6,000 copies. This example is one of them and it was a barn find that’s… more»
Feb 18, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Garage Find: 1967 Volvo 122S Wagon
The Volvo Amazon series had a long, slow start. It really began from mistakes made by young Jan Wilsgaard back in 1950. Responding to Volvo’s inclination to produce a four-seat passenger car, his design was V8 powered but unbearably… more»
Feb 13, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Terrific Driver: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
Volvo’s P1800 coupe astonished the competition, press, and customers alike when it arrived in 1961. Volvo’s staid reputation was suddenly in question thanks to the sporty P1800’s contemporary looks, 100 hp engine, and available overdrive. The new car was… more»
Feb 3, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Spotless Survivor: 1963 Volvo 121 Station Wagon
When it comes to longevity, few classics can hold a candle to vehicles produced by Volvo. Designed to survive the rigors of the Swedish winter, almost any other environment is a walk in the park for these beauties. This… more»
Feb 3, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Final Year: 1993 Volvo 240 Station Wagon
Volvo introduced its 200 series of cars back in 1974, which included a wagon, with fans still fondly remembering these autos for their safety reputation and good reliability. After a nearly 20-year run, Volvo wrapped-up production of the 240… more»
Jan 30, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
No Reserve Project: 1972 Volvo 1800ES
With the production of its P1800 series nearing the end, Volvo introduced one final variant in 1972, a sports wagon they called the 1800ES. The ES had a short run lasting only two years, and by 1973 it was… more»
Jan 14, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Factory Built Limo: 1995 Volvo 960
Limousines are not typically what we consider collector cars, but it really is only the enthusiast community that would consider a long-wheelbase model like this to be a desirable addition to one’s garage. In fact, most all domestic limousines,… more»
Dec 27, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve Sports Wagon: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
After already having been in production since 1961, Volvo introduced the final variation based on its P1800 series in 1972, the 1800ES. The car was styled as a sporty wagon, and for the final year of production in 1973,… more»
Dec 17, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Solid California Find: 1967 Volvo 122S
Attention vintage Volvo shoppers! Great deal on aisle three! It’s a car I know well, the 1967 Volvo 122S in two-door form, with 83,000 miles, the twin-SU B18 motor and a four-speed manual. It’s here on Craigslist in the… more»
Dec 16, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Pristine 80s Sedan: 1988 Volvo 240 GL
“No rust ever” is a big deal when buying a vintage car; finding one with no rust that’s also been looked after to the point that it still presents like an example with half the mileage listed is quite… more»
Dec 15, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Unfinished Driver: 1970 Volvo 1800E
Although Volvo built its reputation on producing cars with conservative styling and a focus on safety, it did cause more than a ripple with its P1800. This was its first foray into sports car production, and like many vehicles… more»
Dec 9, 2022 • Success Stories • 4 Comments
Success Story: 1983 Volvo 240 Auction
The other day, a very pleasant email popped up in our inbox! It was from reader Craig M aka pathwayrev, the winner of the 1983 Volvo 240 that recently came through as a BF Auction. He wanted to give… more»
Nov 27, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Motor Not Included: 1971 Volvo 1800E
The P1800 was a 2+2, front-engine, rear-drive sports car (marketed as a touring machine) built by Volvo Cars between 1961 and 1973. While its styling was influenced by Ghia, its mechanical bits were borrowed from the 122 Series (aka… more»
Nov 25, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Low Mile Amazon: 1967 Volvo 122s
Safety has always been the cornerstone of Volvo’s business model. For example, it was the first global auto manufacturer to have front seat belts as standard equipment in the 1950s. This thought process carried over to the 122s, which… more»
