1965 VOLVO Amazon 122 Rally

Volvo 122 S Coupé – Rally preparation in the spirit of the 123 GT. A Volvo Amazon coupe — but certainly not a Sunday classic in its old age. This vehicle is not a true 123 GT factory model. It is an interpretation made in the spirit of the era. Built on the basis of a Volvo 122 S Coupé, this Amazon with a sporting vocation was transformed as early as the 1970s — according to the statements of the last but one owner — in the spirit of the legendary 123 GT. A car that does not pretend to be anything other than what it is. And that is precisely what makes it convincing: honest, mechanical, rugged, and driven by a genuine racing spirit. The Volvo Amazon has always been a car for those who value substance. No flashy promises, no fashion statements, but a reliable companion with the characteristic clarity of the Scandinavian design. Yet, in its sporting variant, the Amazon reveals an entirely different personality. The 123 GT quickly became a sought-after basis for rallying, time trials, and ambitious historic motorsport — stable, durable, and simple enough to remain controllable even in demanding, high-commitment conditions. That is precisely the character this coupé revives. Under the bonnet sits a more powerful engine equipped with twin carburation. Not a sterile, overly perfected setup, but classic mechanics with presence, drive, and genuine mechanical honesty. The sports exhaust line gives it the voice it deserves: hoarse, assertive, and with just the right touch of rally-era character. The chassis follows the same philosophy. Sport suspension, limited-slip differential, and short-gear transmission transform this sturdy Swede into a surprisingly lively machine for winding roads, special stages, and historic rallies. Here, it’s not about looking the part. It’s about feeling it. Sit down. Close the door. Tighten the harnesses. Turn the key. The Volvo immediately feels familiar — and at the same time ready to go. Inside, the character continues coherently: sport seats with harness, sport steering wheel, roll cage, additional instrumentation, electronic tripmaster, and extinguisher. Everything seems functional, credible, and conceived in the spirit of an era when motorsport still relied on improvisation, talent, and courage. The details aren’t mere decorative elements. The period stickers give the car its unmistakable look. The long-range Marchal headlamps fitted with 100-watt bulbs don’t look staged — they simply belong. And the original Minilite wheels suit this Amazon so perfectly that you could think they were designed exclusively for it. In 2015, Wolf von Massow, owner of Scuderia Sportiva Colonia, acquired this Volvo and occasionally entered it in historic rallies. More recently, the car took part in the 2023 Köln-Ahrweiler Rally — exactly the kind of event where a car like this doesn’t need explaining, just understanding. Technically and aesthetically, this Volvo presents in very good condition. The bodywork looks sound with no visible signs of corrosion. Copies of the Italian registration documents (“Carta di Circolazione”), the “Certificato di Proprietà,” as well as an old FIA passport dating from 2006 are present. The last Italian owner used this Volvo successfully in international ice rallies — proof that this car was not built solely for showroom sportiness. Today, the Volvo has German registration documents, including its historic vehicle homologation. This coupé is not aimed at someone seeking a pristine, factory-original Amazon. It is for enthusiasts who want to do more than just collect historic cars — they want to experience them fully. For drivers who understand that authenticity doesn’t always come from factory provenance — but sometimes from history, usage, and character. Not a museum piece. Not an展示 car. Not an ordinary classic. But a Volvo Amazon with character. An interpretation of the 123 GT for those who don’t just want to drive. They want to arrive — ideally in pole position, with noise, and a broad smile. Note: The stated mileage has been recorded at the odometer. Due to the age of the vehicle, the total actual mileage cannot be guaranteed. All offers are non-binding and subject to mid-sale. Our general terms of sale and delivery apply. Before delivery, we offer, on request, a complete technical preparation. This is based on our internal 267-point inspection procedure, documented...