Older classic Volvos for sale, very clean examples.

[TheJoyOfSix]

I have recently been informed of some very tidy, verging on mint, older Volvos for sale.

These cars were acquired by an independent Volvo specialist on behalf of Volvo Uk for use in a promotion for the launch of the V60 and since the photo shoot have now been released for sale. They are all very good examples and are nigh on immaculate (I've seen them all) and would suit anyone interested in acquiring an example for preservation or a a classic second car. As far as I know they will not be offered with a warranty, but the specialist concerned has stated that they will offer support to any buyer as they do not wish to leave anyone 'high and dry' if the cars suffer any problems. In my opinion these cars need to go to a Volvo enthusiast and be kept for prosperity as they truly are exceptional. The 240 in particular is very nice and a rare model, and the '89 740 has 44 service stamps from the same Volvo main dealer!

Here's the copy of the e-mail I received giving some of the details;

Hi Rupert,

Further to our chat on Saturday regarding the classic Volvo saloons we've been asked to dispose of, please find below the basic details of each car.

81 X 244DL (2127cc) 4 Speed manual with overdrive Rose Beige 31, 000 miles
Not full documented history, looks like most of the owners were from the same family. £1990

89 G 740 GL (1986cc) Automatic White/Blue Cloth186,000 miles
Full Volvo Dealer Service History, £1500

89 F 740 GL (1986cc) Automatic Red/Grey Cloth 162,000 miles
£995

92 K 850 GLT 2.0 20 Valve Auto Silver/Grey Half Leather 114,000 miles
£1295

95 M 850 2.5 10 SE Valve Manual Autumn Gold/Grey Half Leather 113,000 miles
SE Spec but has factory fitted optional "T5" style alloys and rear spoiler £1495

99 V S70 2.4 170 SE Auto Black/Black Leather 77,000 miles
Good spec with factory roof and rear spoiler £1990

94 L 940 S 2.0 Manual Regent Red Pearl/Grey Tricot Plush 137,000 miles
10 mths MOT £1295

91 H 960 3.0 24v Verdigris Metallic / Black Leather 48,000 miles
Loads of bills/MOT's. Demo until 3 months old then 1 private owner for 19 years!! £1500


If you need any more info then please let us know. I have listed the prices currently being asked, however, we are open to offers on any of them - as you know they were used for a particular purpose and now need to go, so any sensible offer will be given due consideration.

The website we use is www.swanwickmotorcompany.co.uk and I'll ensure that all of the cars are listed on there by the weekend.

Please accept my apologies for the delay in sending the info ( I started this e-mail on Monday! ), I 've been out of the office for a couple of days.

Mnay thanks for your assistance, it's greatly appreciated.

Kind Regards

Graeme Shedden
Swanwick Motor Company Ltd in association with Claytons of Mansfield Ltd

T: 01623 666720
M: 07811 350839
e: swanwickmotorco@live.co.uk

Please contact Claytons of Mansfield for details.

[RUTV70]

Sounds as though there could be some tasty motors there.!
...and bugger...I was within a few miles of the place only yesterday...!!!
Would have had a gander had I known.

Neil

[arcturus]

Photos would be helpfull But you could hardly call them clasic cars!

[TheJoyOfSix]

Photos are available on the link in the thread (http://www.swanwickmotorcompany.co.uk/)

I suppose it depends on your definition of classic. The 240 is almost 30years old and the 740's are all over 20. They are a classic design so they could be called a classic. Just because they don't require new bodywork every year, and the points to be reset after after every trip like some other '70's designs doesn't mean they can't be classics. I know what you mean though, they are still enough about in regular service that they don't seem to be considered a second car used only at weekends like most classics. Perhaps Future Classic would be a better term?

[minesa240x3]

Originally Posted by arcturus

Photos would be helpfull But you could hardly call them clasic cars!

I for one would certainly call them clasic cars.Albiet with two S's.Maybe some of the newer ones aren't quite there yet but give them time and I'm sure they will be.

A classic in "my" mind is something that is instantly recognisable and reliable and has stood the test of time and continues to do so.

This club and forum wouldn't exhist if the cars weren't worth talking about.Try looking at the DAEWOO owners club! I did and only two members are always there.Most join and find out what's wrong and how to fix it and never come back.

Regards Brian.

[Moosejaw]

I think like a lot of dealers they're using the "classic" tag simply to try to extract a few more quid from gullible punters.

If someone came on here looking for £1500 for a mid 90s 940 or 850 I can imagine the reaction they'd get.
They're quite nice, low mileage (not always a good thing IMO) old Volvos but they ain't classics.

[st5ve]

Originally Posted by Moosejaw

I think like a lot of dealers they're using the "classic" tag simply to try to extract a few more quid from gullible punters.

If someone came on here looking for £1500 for a mid 90s 940 or 850 I can imagine the reaction they'd get.
They're quite nice, low mileage (not always a good thing IMO) old Volvos but they ain't classics.

classiccars magazine would disagree with your interpretation of Volvo not being a classic car, their most recent publication October 2011 page 141 lists all models from the Volvo stable they think are classic. Their model spotlight being the 164.
A 940 is not a classic although the 940 sport is very desirable the 850 T5-R and R I would consider a classic and £1500 would be considered cheap.

[chelle_belle]

Was wondering the other night, what is it that makes a car a classic car? Any body know?

[Andy Northface]

Originally Posted by chelle_belle

Was wondering the other night, what is it that makes a car a classic car? Any body know?

According to the men in flat caps anything that breaks down and leaves a pool of oil after it. I saw a Mk1 Mondeo the other day and it was absolutely pristine and stood out amongst the more modern stuff.I'm not in any way saying it is a classic but IMO any older car that is well loved and kept nice always seems tp stand out.Even more so when there are not many on the road anymore.When was the last time you saw an Opel Manta?

opel manta 400 eigen.jpg I know its a Vauxhall,But when I was 18 I wanted one so badly!

[Chris_C]

Most of the people who claim things arn't classics are those who have been taking their 1979 MBG to shows since 1989.

There are 340's older than MGB's, yet they arn't classed as classics by many as they arn't British Leyland or Triumph