This 1997 Volvo 960 wagon was retrofitted during previous ownership with a Ford 5.0-liter V8 that is said to be modified with forged flat-top pistons, a Ford Racing roller camshaft and roller rockers, a GT40 intake manifold, BBK Performance headers, and a 3″ stainless-steel exhaust system. The car was registered in California and Washington before it was acquired in 2017 by the seller, who reports that the clutch assembly for the Tremec T5 five-speed manual transmission was subsequently replaced, the fuel system was overhauled, the exterior was repainted, and 18″ Pegasus wheels were installed along with JRZ Pro front coilover suspension and Wilwood front brake calipers. A power-operated sunroof, heated front seats, a folding third-row bench, a cassette stereo with an equalizer, and automatic air conditioning are additional elements. This 960 wagon is offered at no reserve with spare parts, records, an accident-free Carfax report, and Connecticut registration.
Delivered from the factory in dark blue metallic (417), the body was repainted in 2018 and has black lower trim. Features include roof rails, a power-operated sunroof, and dual exhaust outlets. The clearcoat is fading towards the rear of the roof, and the rear bumper cover has hairline cracks. Close-up photos of blemishes are included in the gallery.
Gray-painted 18″ Pegasus wheels are wrapped in 235/40 Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 tires. The front suspension is fitted with adjustable JRZ RS Pro coilovers, and JRZ RS Pro rear dampers accompany the car. Four-piston Wilwood calipers are installed over 330mm rotors up front.
The heated front bucket seats and split-folding rear bench are upholstered in beige leather. An auxiliary RCA input is noted in the glovebox, and a Proclip device mount is fitted. Additional appointments include automatic air conditioning, power windows and locks, and a cassette stereo. Damage on the driver seat’s outer bolster, cracks in the dashboard, loose areas of the headliner, and other flaws are shown in the gallery.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, an analog clock, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The Check Engine light is on. The six-digit odometer shows 217k miles, approximately 3k of which were added during current ownership.
The cargo area features a rear-facing bench that is stowed beneath the floor.
Innstalled with a Converse Engineering V8 conversion kit, the 5.0-liter V8 was sourced from a 1989 Ford Mustang according to the seller, who reports that custom fuel lines, a Heidts adjustable power-steering valve, and a Powermaster alternator are fitted along with the following components:
- Forged flat-top pistons
- Ford Racing E303 roller camshaft
- Ford Racing roller rockers
- GT40 intake manifold
- SN95 Mustang injector rails with 30lb/hr injectors
- MSD distributor cap and wires
- BBK fuel pressure regulator
- 70mm throttle body
- BBK Performance EGR spacer
- 70mm C&L Mass Air housing
- BBK Performance headers with Stage 8 locking fasteners
- Custom 3″ stainless steel exhaust
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a Tremec T5 five-speed manual transmission linked with a Drivelines NW custom driveshaft. The seller reports that the clutch assembly was replaced during current ownership, recommends replacing the shifter linkages, and notes that the second gear synchro needs to be repaired.
The Carfax report shows no accidents or damage and lists history in California, Washington, and Connecticut through its most recent entry in April 2021. The car failed its most recent emissions test in 2018.
The car does not have a title, as it is registered in a state that does not issue titles for vehicles of its age. It is being sold on a Connecticut registration document that has expired.