Joe & Donna Kendall Cornish, Maine kendalls@psouth.net
Our "First" Volvos
Had to look through our "old" Volvo files to refresh the memories. The first Volvo was a 66 122 2dr (73-74) traded for a 70 1800E (74-83), Which is now owned by our Chapter VP! Then a refinished 68 144 (79-82), and last but not least for our "first wave" of "old" Volvos was a 72 1800ES (01-02) in Sun Yellow (sold).
In 2011 we began a "second wave", the first a P2, an Electric Silver 2007 V70 2.5T. In 2012 a "Silver" 2003 XC70 (sold 10/16), in 2013 a Lunar Gold 2007 XC 2.5T. Both the 07 models have had the "Polestar" optimization done. In 2014 we added a 71-142s "The Mustard Maiden" (150K), in October of 2016 - a one owner 90 240 Wagon "The Silver Streak" (111 K), both are featured below.
In 2011 we began a "second wave", the first a P2, an Electric Silver 2007 V70 2.5T. In 2012 a "Silver" 2003 XC70 (sold 10/16), in 2013 a Lunar Gold 2007 XC 2.5T. Both the 07 models have had the "Polestar" optimization done. In 2014 we added a 71-142s "The Mustard Maiden" (150K), in October of 2016 - a one owner 90 240 Wagon "The Silver Streak" (111 K), both are featured below.
1971 142 "S" (w/OD)
Here's a couple pics of our "oldest" Volvo. The top left as it sat in storage in 2014. Top center, outside the storage facility after 20+ yrs of "off & on" sleep and headed to the shop. Top right engine compartment during the "refreshment".
Bottom row of pics, "under the hood" is done, the "back end" has a shiny new badge and it means what it says!! Just ironing out the little glitches that happen when awakening a car from long storage.......click to enlarge
Bottom row of pics, "under the hood" is done, the "back end" has a shiny new badge and it means what it says!! Just ironing out the little glitches that happen when awakening a car from long storage.......click to enlarge
1990 240 Wagon
10/16 Here we go again, we have just had the opportunity to purchase this really clean, solid, one owner Wagon (below). It's has a roof rack, cruise, AC and 111,191 miles...... Stay tuned as we fix its "nickle and dime" stuff and repair or replace the some of the usual for this vintage... Will follow up with it's progress!! 12/16 With the help of some "old" friends all the things that needed repair are done. We're really looking forward to using this gem as our 2+ season "daily driver"..... 2017 was a fun year (logged 5K Miles) New IPD Cam and Adjustable Timing Gear, Bigger Fuel Injectors, Fuel & Ign control units from a turbo , IPD Turbo Exhaust, 700 Series (15") Wheels, Front & Rear Suspension Bushings, Front Brake (Rubber) lines, AC System redone!
The "Streak" is a real pleasure on the open Highway - 26/7 mpg at 70!! Things done so far in 2018 - IPD Sway Bar Kits, New Sachs Struts and mounts, Rear Shocks, Center Arm Rest, Bosch Pilot Fog Light Kit, "Euro" Headligths.... 2019 possibly a 5 Spd? 2020 we have accumulated almost all the parts necessary for the conversion process - hopefully mid summer...... Newest pic above, under the Silver V70!
The "Streak" is a real pleasure on the open Highway - 26/7 mpg at 70!! Things done so far in 2018 - IPD Sway Bar Kits, New Sachs Struts and mounts, Rear Shocks, Center Arm Rest, Bosch Pilot Fog Light Kit, "Euro" Headligths.... 2019 possibly a 5 Spd? 2020 we have accumulated almost all the parts necessary for the conversion process - hopefully mid summer...... Newest pic above, under the Silver V70!
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