Not Sold (Est: £20,000 - £25,000)
1966 Volvo Amazon 121 Single family ownership from new
United Kingdom • 29 Apr 2026 • Lot 71
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1966 Volvo Amazon 121 boasts single-family ownership from new and a warranted 88,000 miles, supported by documented service history. It features a repaint by Volvo in 1996 and has been recognized for its excellent condition at Volvo Owners' Club rallies.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in 'excellent' condition throughout. The listing mentions almost entirely original bodywork, a repaint by Volvo in 1996, and having been named 'Best Kept Volvo' twice in 1998 and 1999. While some parts have been replaced (exhaust, seatbelts, and front panel), the overall description points to a well-maintained vehicle with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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Manual
Transmission:
217253
Chassis No:
Odometer:
88,000 miles
COY 296D
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Unlike its slant-backed predecessor, thePV544, the new-for-1956 Volvo Amazon was a modern-looking three-box design.
Safety was already a priority for all Volvo models, and the Amazon range featured a padded dashboard and laminated windscreen, in addition to being the first Volvo with seatbelt attachments both front and rear.
Power came from Volvo's new OHV engine which was initially of 1.4 litres, but it increased to 1.6-, 1.8-, and eventually two-litre capacity over the model's fourteen-year lifespan.
These were mated to either three- or four-speed manual gearboxes or a three-speed automatic unit.
Suspension was independent at the front with wishbones and coil springs, and by live axle, torque arms, and coil springs at the rear.
Braking was initially by drums all-round, with discs becoming standard at the front from 1964.
Over time, the Amazon was available as either a two- or four-door Saloon or Estate.
Like its predecessor, it was of tough construction and inherently good han...
Points of note
£600
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,095
Median Price (Since 2020)
£113,602
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 15 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
88,016 miles
Registration Date
1966-10-07
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 16 2026 with 88,016 miles
Passed
On Mar 29 2018 with 87,521 miles
Passed
On Mar 29 2017 with 87,001 miles
Passed
On Mar 23 2016 with 86,599 miles
Passed
On Mar 30 2015 with 86,395 miles
Passed
On Apr 01 2014 with 86,126 miles
Passed
On Apr 04 2013 with 85,947 miles
Passed
On Mar 23 2012 with 85,151 miles
Passed
On Apr 01 2011 with 84,304 miles
Passed
On Mar 26 2010 with 83,879 miles
Passed
On Mar 17 2009 with 83,002 miles
Passed
On Mar 25 2008 with 82,900 miles
Passed
On Apr 03 2007 with 82,517 miles
Passed
On Apr 10 2006 with 81,746 miles
Failed
On Mar 28 2006 with 81,733 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
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