Picked up a Volvo 122S this weekend, which I'm planning on building into a long-distance rally and road trip car. These cars dominated many grueling rallies in the '60s because they are tough as nails and super reliable. I was hoping to find a Canadian version that was built in Halifax, but every one I found was too rusty. So I came upon this one, which spent its entire life in California until 2010 when it was imported to Canada.
It was running last year, but I've got some maintenance to do before I get it started up. Shouldn't take too much - new battery cables, an oil pan gasket, fresh fuel and a new fuel filter to start.
Powered by a 1.8L with SU carbs a 4 spd. Should get 27-30 MPG!
Photos!
Bringing it home
Had to move my Lotus Europa body to make room for the Volvo.