<< Well, I was also wrong about it being a peugeot. Are these Volvos
collectible? I will eventually inherit my grand aunt's Volvo. I don't know
the model but I know its between '60-'64. It hasn't been driven since her
husband died about 15 years ago. I haven't seen it for about 6 years and I'm
unsure of the condition. She keeps it so people know someone's home in the
winter when most houses are vacant and are frequently vandalizied. I was
hoping to fix it up if parts aren't to expensive. Any general info on '60s
Volvos would be appreciated. TIA,
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These Swedish tanks are renowned for their sturdy build, including heavier
gauge steel than most cars, solid engines and transmissions and remarkably
good handling given their solid-rear axle rear suspension (which, as you
might expect, lead to less than Peugeot-standard ride comfort/control!) They
are not fast cars, but their 1.8 liter pushrod 4-cylinder engines are
relatively torquey. Manuals are 4-speed, but the optional overdrive is very
useful. I don't know that I would count them as "collectible" but
well-preserved cars are worth restoration. Parts are readily available and
not particularly expensive. I find the two-door models particularly
handsome. I've seen one given the de-chromed hot rod treatment with wide
"mag" wheels and somewhat lowered that had the visual appeal of the classic
55/56 Chevys. There was also a wagon model produced. The only real negative
is the heavy steering.
I don't know of specific Volvo resources on the web, but point your browser
towards "Volvo" and I'm sure you'll get lots of hits. The supreme Volvo
hop-up company is IPD.
Rob Gold