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Old 06-14-2012, 03:19 PM   #1
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Default '65 Volvo PV544 Street Rod

I just got myself a really cool Volvo, never thought I'd say that. But I love it, it's such a neat car. It's a 1965 Sport with the B16 with Dual Carbs and the 4 Speed. Has a Fuel Cell and the rear wheels have been banded 2" and has 205 tires on the rear.
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Old 06-14-2012, 03:24 PM   #2
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Old 06-14-2012, 03:29 PM   #3
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Default Re: '65 Volvo PV544 Street Rod

Reece one of my favourite cars and possibly a strong contender for my next car . Love them, a very US styled car, just a little smaller. Parts are still plentyful aswell.

I've got a nicely built B20 on Webers waiting for the right car. Also got some sectioned rear light housings.

Car looks great by the way!!!


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Old 06-14-2012, 03:34 PM   #4
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Default Re: '65 Volvo PV544 Street Rod

I've always liked those. 40 Ford that got wet.


DUDE, where did you get that picture of Lily??????????????????
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Old 06-14-2012, 03:41 PM   #5
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Default Re: '65 Volvo PV544 Street Rod

I've seen quite a few of these cars on the HAMB. Styles been going since 55, the PV was out in 58. Perfect 2 door cruiser, even if it is european

I'd love it, just wouldn't call it a Street Rod, especially here
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Old 06-14-2012, 03:41 PM   #6
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I've always liked those. 40 Ford that got wet.
always thought of them as mini-Mercs!
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Old 06-14-2012, 03:52 PM   #7
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I stare at this pic so much. This is exactly what i'd have. A mint stocker, few subtle custom mods, nicely slammed with a warmed B20 in it. Okay it's not a Ford or Chevy etc but hey ho, fucking cool car either way, even if it is a euro box
Started making these in 55, the PV in 58, all LHD and 2 door. Cool ass car!!

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Old 06-14-2012, 03:58 PM   #8
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Cool! I've always loved those cars.
The motor & trans are stock. Think about upgrading to a B18 or B20. I think they are bolt in replacements.
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Old 06-14-2012, 04:10 PM   #9
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Hey! I am curently working in a customers Volvo! We are installing a 60 deg. chevy V6,t-5 trans,9'' rear and a heavily modifed mustang 2 style front suspension. Check out some picks on my website or facebook page.
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Old 06-14-2012, 04:12 PM   #10
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Nice to see some Swedish iron here to Looks really great! a friend of mine has a 1961 544, Really nice cars! and they are getting a bit rare!
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Old 06-14-2012, 04:22 PM   #11
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NICE! By the way, you have a B18 (or B20) engine in that not the older B16.
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Old 06-14-2012, 04:22 PM   #12
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Here's an old thread, http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=325390
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Old 06-14-2012, 04:23 PM   #13
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Reece check your engine block. You may have a B18 already in there. The B16's were fased out in 1962 and replaced with the B18. As yours is dual carb (if original) your engine code should be B18D. If it is a B20 will bolt straight up. Find one in a very O/T 1800s/142 or 240 with the bosch ignition and carb it.

From what i know they made these cars in Canada in 1963 outside of Sweden and some of them were fitted with the earlier 3 bearing B16.

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Old 06-14-2012, 04:23 PM   #14
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I agree with you build what you want and it's your car...just don't get your drawers in a bunch when HAMBers don't dig it.

Not saying your drawers are in a bunch...just expect some backlash.
I love BACKLASH. Everybody had there own opinion, especially on here.

And yes, I still think of it as a street rod, maybe not all the way yet, but I love this one below!

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Old 06-14-2012, 04:27 PM   #15
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NICE! By the way, you have a B18 (or B20) engine in that not the older B16.
I do, I do, and I'm DUMB. I know it's a B18D, just went crazy when I was typing. Sorry for the confusion. I keep wandering why everyone was saying drop in a B18 or B20, considering I already had one. I'm crazy.


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Old 06-14-2012, 04:28 PM   #16
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My pop is doing a 62 .The big motor makes them fun plus the 4 speed.......Goodluck and enjoy

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Old 06-14-2012, 04:31 PM   #17
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My pop is doing a 63 .The big motor makes them fun plus the 4 speed.......Goodluck and enjoy
Yea, it's a blast to drive!


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Old 06-14-2012, 04:36 PM   #18
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You need this!!



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Old 06-14-2012, 04:37 PM   #19
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That's Wicked!!! How much? Lol


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Old 06-14-2012, 04:46 PM   #20
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There were a complete set for sale at ebay a couple of weeks ago, ended at $1600 +.. but you don't see many of them up for sale..
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