Dozens of Utah winters took a heavy toll on this otherwise straight, un-restored Saab 96. Continue reading
Category Archives: Swedish
Auction watch: 1949 Saab 49 pre-production prototype
This car is one of the three surviving 92 prototypes built by Saab. Continue reading
Live from the Shanghai Auto Show: Volvo PV652
Introduced in 1929, the PV650-series was the very first Volvo powered by a six-cylinder engine. Continue reading
40 years ago: Volvo introduces the 262C
The 262C was built to shake Volvo’s staid reputation. Continue reading
Rust in peace: junked European classics on the outskirts of Salt Lake City
When I heard about a junkyard with a few “old little French cars,” I quickly drove over to investigate. Continue reading
Rust in peace: A forgotten used car lot in Salt Lake City
The person who amassed this collection had a penchant for Japanese and Swedish iron. Continue reading
Events: the 4th annual Ventabren Retro Passion show
This small, regional show tends to offer an eclectic selection of cars. Continue reading
Rust in peace: Swedish and Italian classics in the heart of Salt Lake City
A chance encounter while navigating side streets to avoid a traffic jam. Continue reading
How Volvo almost turned the Amazon into a factory-built hot rod
“There were plans to put a V8 in an Amazon,” says Volvo. Continue reading
Rust in peace: Volvo 740 GL
Odds are this 740 GL was burning oil, coolant, or both before it was parked. Continue reading