Description
VOLVO PV 544 engine B18
The PV 544 would succeed the PV 444 in August 1958, a robust and versatile design to meet Scandinavian extreme conditions; it sports a deliciously North American style, indeed it reminds one of the personalities of pre-war Ford or Chevrolet, the finish is notable and makes it particularly appealing. Its rear end, its magnificent dashboard should not leave you indifferent; easy and reassuring handling enhances the whole to deliver a new experience unique to classic cars.
Launched at the time to compete with the BMW 1800 TI or the like Giulia, the available powers of 60, 75 or 90 hp will also have a certain resonance for any Porsche 356 enthusiast! Indeed, discreetly, this car so well engineered would come to dominate the car rallies of the 50s–60s; this wonderful 4-cylinder inline engine of 1778 cm3 will thus boast a fine rally record, but also the longevity record across all cars combined; as a reminder Irv Gordon covered more than 5 million kilometres with this engine at the wheel of his formidable P 1800 Volvo.
Its good reliability, good interior space, good road holding and its worked safety level are also the strengths of this Swedish car, already in 1958 safety was a concern for Volvo; this car was the first to be marketed fitted with a three-point seat belt, its wider convex windscreen, the larger rear window improving safety, the secure steering column, and the dashboard featuring a padded upper section demonstrate the focus on this subject.
This Volvo will appeal to any vintage-car enthusiast seeking an easy-to-drive, stylish, reliable and deliciously retro machine; visible south of Tours you can only view by appointment, and after an initial telephone exchange you can benefit from guarantees, a personalised presentation, conveyance and a proposal to take back your vehicle whether it is recent or a classic.
VOLVO PV 544 B 18 TYPE E
registered on 28 February 1964
50890 kilometres on the odometer
23990 euros
revised 09/ 2025, travels all distances
FFVE certificate / classic car registration
3-month WARRANTY
