Volvo Amazon 121 (1966)
Highlights
- In the current owner’s possession for around 12 years
- Engine rebuilt and replaced with a B20 block in place of the original B18, with various performance upgrades
- Three sets of wheels included with the sale
- According to the seller, the sills are in very good condition, as the car has never been exposed to snow
Appeal
The Volvo Amazon 121 is one of Sweden’s most iconic great classics, a model that pairs Scandinavian sturdiness with genuine driving pleasure. The two-door version, with its clean lines and lively character, has long been sought after by enthusiasts who appreciate both its road manners and its timeless charm.
This 1966 example, presented in a grey-blue colour with black upholstery, has been in the hands of its current owner since 2014. Before that, the car is said to have been stored on axle stands for eight years. Since it was acquired, significant mechanical work has been carried out—mainly focusing on an engine evolution and suspension improvements. The bodywork is said to retain its original paint, and as the car was bought in Marseille and, according to the seller, has never been exposed to snow, it appears to have been exceptionally well preserved. This Amazon therefore presents as a mechanically well-sorted car, ready to be enjoyed on the road.
Key information
The Volvo Amazon 121 is one of Sweden’s most iconic great classics, a model that pairs Scandinavian sturdiness with genuine driving pleasure. The two-door version, with its clean lines and lively character, has long been sought after by enthusiasts who appreciate both its road manners and its timeless charm.
This 1966 example, presented in a grey-blue colour with black upholstery, has been in the hands of its current owner since 2014. Before that, the car is said to have been stored on axle stands for eight years. Since it was acquired, significant mechanical work has been carried out—mainly focusing on an engine evolution and suspension improvements. The bodywork is said to retain its original paint, and as the car was bought in Marseille and, according to the seller, has never been exposed to snow, it appears to have been exceptionally well preserved. This Amazon therefore presents as a mechanically well-sorted car, ready to be enjoyed on the road.
Key information
- Displayed mileage: 40,979 km
- Country of registration: France
- MOT: expired (October 2025)
- Technical specifications: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder B20 petrol engine; four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive
- Documents: French collection registration document (carte grise) with matching serial numbers reported; recent invoices available
Details
- Original B18 engine replaced by a rebuilt B20, fitted with a D camshaft, balanced connecting rods and balanced pistons
- Fitted with twin SU RS6 carburettors, plus a 4-into-1 exhaust manifold and a new exhaust system
- Upgraded anti-roll bar and Bilstein dampers fitted
- New fuel tank
- Clutch rebuilt, with replacement of master cylinders and slave cylinders
- Jaeger rev counter and a wooden steering wheel fitted
- Cibié auxiliary spot lamps and high-beam lights fitted
- Three sets of wheels included:
- Steel wheels with Vredestein tyres in 195/65;
- Minilite alloy wheels with Vredestein tyres in 195/60;
- Original wheels fitted with new tyres
- Steel wheels with Vredestein tyres in 195/65;
- Original paint showing a few small dents; the seller says polishing will be needed
- Left rear wing repaired and resprayed following an accident
- Floor mats replaced
- Cladding on a cracked dashboard panel; the replacement part has been purchased but has not yet been fitted
- Ball-joint gaiters need replacing; parts have already been bought but have not yet been fitted
- According to the seller, the car has never been exposed to snow and the sills are in very good condition
- The vehicle is said to have been stored on axle stands for eight years before being acquired by the current owner in 2014
- The seller states the car offers very good road manners
