A 'Best-of-Breed', show-winning example 1583cc PV444 with the later 85bhp B16B engine Manufactured in 1957 and used by the Swedish Forestry Commission until 1985 Imported into the UK by a Volvo Dealership and remained a showroom car for the next 14 years In 2001 upgraded to the American 08 standard (twin SUs, 4-speed gearbox, unleaded head) Owned and restored by a number of prominent Volvo enthusiasts, winning many shows Fully documented 63,000 miles and history from new, many trophies and associated items In September 1944, Volvo unveiled a car that was to be the key to its future.

The model designation '444’ denoted four-cylinders, four seats, and 40hp, and it was to become the mainstay of Volvo’s product line until production of the PV-series ended in 1965.

At the time, the reveal of the PV444 was a sign that better days were indeed on the horizon.

Featuring a unibody design to reduce weight and boost fuel economy, the first PV444 models were powered by a 1.4-litre overhead-valve...