Volvo Amazon 123GT two year full restoration and concours classic car build

See the finished car at the NEC Classic Car Show 8-10th November 2019, Stand 260

The Volvo Amazon 123GT was produced between 1967 and 1968 due to increased demands from sporting circles for a factory built "sharper" car in the Volvo 120 series. It featured a 115Bhp engine and “special equipment” including front spot lights, a dash mounted rev counter, GT steering wheel and suspension components from the Volvo P1800.

It’s thought that around 1500 123GT’s were produced, with around 600 appearing in an online register, making the 123GT model perhaps the second rarest production model after the P1900. This example, in white with red upholstery, is the rarest of its type – with only a handful remaining in the UK.

Engine:

Tinustuning.nl built B20 engine stroked to 2500cc. Forged con-rods and 92mm rally pistons, TT6 cam shaft, 123 distributor, Weber 45DCOE carburettors, stainless steel exhaust system. Gearbox is uprated M41 G-type overdrive

Engine output is expected to be 180-200Bhp with over 250Nm torque.

Chassis:

Gaz adjustable dampers and -60mm uprated springs. Poly bushed all round. Wheels are wider 5.5 inch steelies with Dunlop 195/65/R15 tyres

History of this car:

The current owner of this car is Declan Burke, who acquired it in 2016. The car had previously spent 3 years in Ireland and was shipped back to England by its former owner. Declan has undertaken a 2 year restoration of the car, comprising of a complete body shell overhaul with all new floor pans and panels. All work, including welding, bodywork and paint was carried out by Declan at his home workshop in London.

Declan is the son of the late Tony Burke who owned a Volvo 122s (KBY422D) that won the World Concours Championship in 1990. This car is built as a tribute to his remarkable achievements.

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