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Volvo Amazon 121 B18 — 1968

Sweden's finest untouched Amazon? An extraordinary car in untouched original condition with only 76 000 km on the odometer, it looks like new. Owned by the same family for 46 years.

Ted Gryth
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"Untouched Amazon in an incredibly pristine original condition, runs very smoothly, and looks as if it has just exited the sales showroom."

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NYBRO
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Ted Gryth
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"Untouched Amazon in an incredibly pristine original condition, runs very smoothly, and looks as if it has just exited the sales showroom."

Description

The car was purchased in May 1968 from Upplands Motor in Uppsala by Arne Gullbrand. He exclusively used the car during the summer months and always kept it in a garage when not in use. He drove the car until 1985 when his son, Lars Erik Gullbrand, took ownership. At that point, the car had traveled around 6,000 miles.

Lars Erik lived in Ronneby and was employed at F 17 in Kallinge, where he had the opportunity to store the car in a conditioned aircraft hangar. It remained there for 29 years and was sparingly driven during the summer months, accumulating about 1,000 miles during this time.

The current owner purchased the car in 2014 and has only driven it sparingly during the summer to attend events and exhibitions, where it has won several awards.

Technical data

  • Year
    1968/1968 
  • Registration date
    1968-05-29 
  • Mileage
    76436 Km 
  • Kw / hp
    55 / 75 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl 
  • Colour
    Yellow 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    It runs very smoothly, and everything works flawlessly – a dream to drive.

  • Interior condition:

    The original interior is in absolutely impeccable condition without any flaws. Has this car truly been used? The rear parcel shelf is used as a display for various Volvo curiosities that come with the car.

  • Exterior condition:

    The original paint is in an unbelievably pristine condition that leaves no one unaffected. The chrome is in impeccable condition without any blemishes.

  • General condition:

    A time capsule from the 1960s, this is how the car looked when it left the showroom at Upplands Motor in Uppsala in 1968.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 1997-08-08
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1968-05-29 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1968-05-29
Senast godkända besiktning: 2017-06-22
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 3

Facts about the model

The major updates on the 1968 Volvo Amazon included the split steering column and the new safety steering wheel that collapsed upon impact. The cars were now equipped with power brakes and the small knobs on the seats for adjusting the lumbar support. Additionally, the wiper arms were treated with an anti-glare coating.

At the end of 1967, the production of all four-door Amazons ceased, but the two-door version continued production until 1970. During the 1960s, the Amazon was Volvo's major volume car and a significant success both in Sweden and on various export markets. It was appreciated for its sturdy construction and reliability.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Nybro

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Ted Gryth
+46 705-65 67 27
ted@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-09-28.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

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