Lot details Registration No: KRC307D Chassis No: 193220
- One registered keeper from new and 51,000 recorded miles
- Reportedly running when laid-up 30 plus years ago
- A 'barn find' in need of restoration
Volvo's 120 (Amazon) Series of cars was designed in-house by Jan Wilsgaard and introduced for 1956. Unlike the slant-backed PV444/544, the newcomer was a modern-looking three-box design. Power came from a new OHV four-cylinder engine initially of 1.4-litres, but increased to 1.6, 1.8 and eventually 2.0-litre capacity during the model's fourteen-year lifespan. These were mated to either three- or four-speed manual gearboxes or a three-speed automatic unit. Over time the Amazon was available as either a two- or four-door Saloon or Estate. Like its predecessor, it was of tough construction and inherently good handling and roadholding and proved to be a successful competition car, both in the forest and on the track.
The right-hand drive Amazon being sold is a two-door 122S model powered by a twin carburettor-fed 1.8-litre (B18) engine allied to four-speed manual transmission. Finished in Cream with a Red interior, it has apparently had just one long-term keeper from new. Said to have been in running order when laid-up over thirty years ago, its odometer shows a credible but unwarranted 51,000 miles. Offered for sale as a restoration project, a new V5C Registration Document has been applied for and will be forwarded to the successful purchaser.
PLEASE NOTE: New wings, bonnet and front panel are available to the successful purchaser via separate negotiation.
All successful bids must be paid in full by midday the day after the auction at the latest.
You can collect your new pride and joy from our venue until 1pm the day following the sale or our partners are on hand to help arrange safe transportation:
If so, contact one of our friendly specialists for your free valuation by completing the form below and someone will get back to you as quickly as possible.
If you prefer to speak to humans, don't hesitate to call our office on +44 (0)1925 210035