PV: Volvo PV544

[Derek UK]

It could well be a 3 speed box. That may also mean that it has a B16A engine which is the single carb version. Only about 60bhp so no ball of fire. He's a dealer so get haggling!
I vaguely remember looking at a car on his site some time ago. His style of presentation hasn't changed. He has a few other classics for sale amongst a lot of "normal" cars.
https://www.trojancars.co.uk/used/cars/

[c1800]

In the video he says it’s a 3 speed. Likely only synchromesh in 2nd and 3rd gear. Website lists it at 1598CC. If it has dual SU carbs it’s likely 85 HP.

[arcturus]

It's not a sport,you can tell by the badge on the side of the bonnet.

[kishor kassie]

Originally Posted by Othen

Hi chaps,

I spend most of my time in the 200 series area (I drive a 1980 244 - the Royal Barge), but just today I've taken a bizarre fancy to a PV544 I saw advertised on eBay (link here: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313391007...53.m1438.l2649).

I have never even seen a PV544 up close... would I be certifiably insane to pay £11,000 (or thereabouts) for a car older than I am on a whim?

I probably know the answer to that one, but I'm thinking of doing it anyway.

The question is whether the price is about right (it would be absurd in 244 terms, but maybe PV544 motor cars command a much higher price)?

Alan

PS. Insurance would only be £60.06 PA!

Hi Allan

My PV544 is better than that one. Come and see mine, test drive and see the records.
Ta Kassie 07828879494

[Othen]

Originally Posted by john.wigley

You know, 'Army', I was thinking much the same thing. I've a feeling in my water that 'Arfur' might have seriously under-estimated, under-valued and under-sold that motor-car! If it is as nice as it looks, someone may already have bagged a bargain.

Besides, we should all encourage Alan, if only for the thread that he would inevitably write on it. After reading his story of the Royal Barge, I can't wait to see that one! Come on, Alan, you know you want to! I bet you've even thought of a name for it?!

Regards, John.

Thank you for that John, you know me too well!

[Othen]

Originally Posted by kishor kassie

Hi Allan

My PV544 is better than that one. Come and see mine, test drive and see the records.
Ta Kassie 07828879494

Hi Kassie,
Do you mean your car is for sale?
Alan

[WSU303]

Hey Alan,

Last year I was in the same position as you, I didn't need another car, but a particular 544 was taunting me. It first appeared on eBay but we didn't have the money for it, then it appeared again - for sale by a friend of mine, and I knew it was sending me signals! So I bought it just before Christmas. On a whim

Mine's nowhere near as pretty as that white one - it's got a few rust holes in the door bottoms and in the boot floor, but it's also covered in a sort of wonderful patina - and because a respray would be a lot of time and money, it's staying patina'd for some time

Mine was a bit of a barn find. It's been off the road for about 20 years, and recommissioning it has cost me a pretty penny. If I were to bring it up to the standard of the white car, it'd cost me close to £10k, so if you see a really nice solid one for £10-11k, it's probably about right.

They're rare cars as it is, but that white one is one of the earlier 544s, which make it even rarer. As others have said it'll be a 6v car with a B16 - not the slowest car in the world, but not quite as pokey as the B18. I would take Kassie up on his offer and go look at one of his - he usually has at least one for sale!

PVs are real head turners, great fun to drive and really quite lovely - plus if well looked after they will hold their value.

[Othen]

Originally Posted by WSU303

Hey Alan,

Last year I was in the same position as you, I didn't need another car, but a particular 544 was taunting me. It first appeared on eBay but we didn't have the money for it, then it appeared again - for sale by a friend of mine, and I knew it was sending me signals! So I bought it just before Christmas. On a whim

Mine's nowhere near as pretty as that white one - it's got a few rust holes in the door bottoms and in the boot floor, but it's also covered in a sort of wonderful patina - and because a respray would be a lot of time and money, it's staying patina'd for some time

Mine was a bit of a barn find. It's been off the road for about 20 years, and recommissioning it has cost me a pretty penny. If I were to bring it up to the standard of the white car, it'd cost me close to £10k, so if you see a really nice solid one for £10-11k, it's probably about right.

They're rare cars as it is, but that white one is one of the earlier 544s, which make it even rarer. As others have said it'll be a 6v car with a B16 - not the slowest car in the world, but not quite as pokey as the B18. I would take Kassie up on his offer and go look at one of his - he usually has at least one for sale!

PVs are real head turners, great fun to drive and really quite lovely - plus if well looked after they will hold their value.

Thank you so much - first hand experience is invaluable.

Alan

[john.wigley]

If you want to see several in one place at the same time, Alan, a visit to the National Rally / BKV will almost certainly repay a visit. This year, it is on Sunday, 11th July at Uttoxeter Race Course ( but check arrangements due to C19). Unlike some other clubs its free and is always a good day out. Why not give the RB an outing, you will both be in good company!

Regards, John.

[Othen]

Originally Posted by john.wigley

If you want to see several in one place at the same time, Alan, a visit to the National Rally / BKV will almost certainly repay a visit. This year, it is on Sunday, 11th July at Uttoxeter Race Course ( but check arrangements due to C19). Unlike some other clubs its free and is always a good day out. Why not give the RB an outing, you will both be in good company!

Regards, John.

You are right John, I should do some research rather than dive into buying the first PV544 I see on a whim.