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£8,000

Asking price

1970 Volvo 144 – Beautiful Original Example, Matching Number

  • Right Hand Drive
  • 50,640 Miles
  • Automatic, 3 speed
  • Petrol
  • 2000cc
  • 1970
  • PAG134H
  • Dark green
  • Private seller
  • GB
    Canterbury, United Kingdom

Description

For Sale: 1970 Volvo 144 – Beautiful Original Example, Matching Numbers, Low Mileage
Overview
A rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved Volvo 144, renowned for its solid build quality, reliability, and understated Scandinavian style. This 1970 example is a true piece of Swedish motoring history.
Key Details
 • Year: 1970
 • Model: Volvo 144 (Matching Numbers)
 • Engine: 2. 0L B20a
 • Mileage: Under 51, 000 miles
 • Owners: 3
 • Transmission: Automatic
 • Exterior Colour: Dark Green
 • Interior: Original tan vinyl, in excellent condition
 • Location: Near Canterbury
Condition
This car has been exceptionally well cared for and remains largely original. For a car that’s now over 50 years old, it is incredibly well preserved. It’s by far the best original 144 I’ve seen, finished in a very desirable dark green with a tan interior.
Recent work includes:
 • Re-conditioned cylinder head
 • Hardened valve seats for unleaded fuel
 • Cleaned inlet and outlet manifold ports
 • Serviced carburettor
 • New brake pads
 • Oil filter and oil change
Upon inspection of the cylinder head, the port walls show very little wear, highlighting the engine’s excellent condition and minimal use. The bodywork is in good shape, with some minor rust spots—not at all serious. Zero major rust, and the car has been garaged its entire life. There is some minor rust on the roof gutter due to water ingress while stored. It’s impressively clean inside, out, and underneath. This car has clearly been meticulously maintained, both mechanically and cosmetically.
I recently drove it from Inverness to Canterbury without a single issue, which shows how well this car runs.
It wouldn’t take much to bring this car to show or concours standard.
To Do List
 • Brakes could be improved
 • Indicator stalk needs replacing (spring is gone)
 • Fuel sender requires replacement
Significant History Folder
The car comes with a comprehensive history folder, including:
 • The original purchase receipt
 • Articles from the local newspaper
 • MOT certificates
 • Invoices
The original owner really cherished this car and was its longest custodian, keeping it in outstanding condition.
Highlights
 • Matching numbers car
 • All original features intact, including hubcaps, radio, and factory toolkit
 • Drives beautifully—ideal for weekend cruising or vintage rallies
 • Classic Scandinavian design and engineering at its best
Why Sell?
Reluctant sale due to other projects. I’m looking for a new owner who’ll appreciate and care for this lovely car as much as I have. It’s genuinely impressive in so many ways.
Price: £8, 000
Serious enquiries only, please. Viewing by appointment. What I love about this Volvo 144 is how honest and solid it feels. Everything about it is simple and well-made—no gimmicks, just good engineering that’s stood the test of time. It’s comfortable, easy to drive, and the dark green with tan interior gives it a classic, understated look.

I recently drove it from Inverness to Canterbury without a single problem, which shows how well it runs even after all these years. It’s smooth and steady, great for relaxed, enjoyable drives.

What really stands out is how original it is. It’s been so well looked after, with a lot of its history still with the car. It’s rare to find something this age in such good condition.

Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

No

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

1 listing since 2025

Vehicle location

Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom
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