Volvo 122S
Overview
| Produced: |
1958-1961, 234209 produced. ((all four door amazons)) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
In 1956 Volvo launched one of its most successful model ranges, the "Amazon" series. Starting with the 121 and 122 models the Amazon range soon established itself as a comfortable, reliable and well built car which also introduced new levels of safety equipment, still very much a novelty in the mid-50's!
The first of the Amazon cars to arrive in Britain was the 122S, essentially a twin-carb version of the 121. The 122S had a 85bhp, 1583cc four cylinder engine coupled to a four-speed gearbox. Less sophisticated features included a six volt electric system and drum brakes.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1583cc | S4 OHV | Volvo S4 OHV | 79mm x 80mm |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 217 | 1965 Volvo Amazon 122S Competition | Coys | 14 Jan 2006 | Not sold | |
| 729 | Volvo 122S (1961) | Cheffins | 7 Apr 2001 | Not sold | |
| 729 | Volvo 122S (1961) | Cheffins | 7 Apr 2001 | Not sold | |
| 406 | Volvo 122S (1961) | Cheffins | 14 Jul 1998 | Not sold | |
| 079 | Volvo 122S Amazon (1961) | H&H Sales Limited | 20 Apr 1995 | £1450.00 | - |
| 113 | Volvo P122S (1961) | ADT | 7 Dec 1993 | £2800.00 | - |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3907153014 | Volvo Cars 1927-2000 A Cavalcade: Christer Olsson | Vine House Distribution Ltd |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Swedish Delight - Volvo |
69 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics February 1993 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Swedish Delight - Volvo - They're tough, they're sylish and they're Volvos. David Lillywhite examines the 120 Amazon range. | ||||
| Article |
Group Test - Year-Round Classics - Keep on running |
98 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly November 2011 | |||
| Group Test - Year-Round Classics - Keep on running - If you want a dependable year-round classic to beat the autumn chill, here are three of the best. Volvo 122, Austin 1800, VW 412. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Volvo Amazon |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 19th May 2004 | |||
| Buying Power - Volvo Amazon - Tougher than Abba hiding in a heavy duty Ikea cupboard, the Amazon range was responsible for establishing Volvo’s image of durability and reliability. Want to buy one? Read RICHARD GUNN’s guide first. | ||||
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