Volvo S 122 Wagon (P220)

Volvo Amazon S 122 Wagon (P220) ’1966
Chassis nr. 59347
1.8 S, 95 horsepower inline four petrol engine with 4-speed M40 -gearbox & electric overdrive
Light Green over 2-tone Green & Black interior
Odometer 95 000 miles (153 000 km’s)
Imported to Finland from Arizona, United States in 2017. All the original documents, incl. original warranty- and service books, and factory repair manual.
Serviced & Mot/Tüv inspection done in 11/2023, valid until 11/2025.


In September 1956 in Swedish town of Örebro, Volvo presented to the press a car developed at the factory under the type code 1200. It was, off course, a successor to the PV444/544 series, which was produced by the Volvo under the code 1100. Production started soon after the presentation. Part of the reason for the rapid start of production was certainly also in the roots of the new model, of which e.g. the wheelbase was borrowed directly from the predecessor. The body of the car was designed by only 26-year-old Jan Wilsgaard, who took influences from the American, British and Italian car design styles of the 1950s. The four-door hatchback was fresh and impressive, and liked at first sight. Wilsgaard later became Volvo's head of design, responsible for the design of several different model series in several decades. During the production phase, the model series of new model was named the 120 series, and the basic model equipped with one carburetor as the 121.

The model name was at first supposed to be Amason with an S, but the German motorcycle manufacturer Kreidler had just introduced the Amazone moped. It was agreed that Volvo could use the model name in the Nordic countries, elsewhere the car was known as different versions of the 120 series. In the end, the car was presented to Nordic customers with the concise name Amazon, which was borrowed from Greek mythology. It meant a female warrior, but now, after its introduction 67 years ago, it is still perhaps the most iconic Swedish family car.

In 1958, Volvo introduced the 122S, where the fuel was dosed by two carburetors and the power output had increased by 19 horsepower to 85. Soon, also a different body models came available for demandable consumers: in 1961, a two-door version of the saloon was introduced, and a year later, a five-door station wagon. The Swedish family station wagon was equipped with a two-part tailgate and spacious spaces for both passengers and luggage.

This 1966’ Amazon S 122 wagon in question was brought to Finland from Arizona, USA in 2017. The car is still owned by M.Richardson, who bought it in 2014 and later brought it to Finland.

The car is in exceptionally original, unrestored and patinated original condition. The paint is burnt by the Arizona desert sun, but the body is still in reasonable condition. Things that require attention are visible, i.e. cosmetic rust damage on the fenders. The green-black artificial leather upholstery of the seats has been renewed.

During the current owner's six-year ownership period, the car has been renewed, e.g. heater core, battery, alternator, clutch slave cylinder, fuel lines and fuel pump. Amazon has undergone oil change maintenance and has been Mot/Tüv inspected in November 2023, valid until autumn 2025.

A practical classic vehicle for the whole family, ready to enjoy.

The car is located in Vantaa, 25 minutes from Helsinki–Vantaa airport. Views by appointment only.

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