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  • Shooting with Eric Curran from West Coast Exotic Cars is always a blast but this one was extra special and is currently one of my favorite videos we've ever made. He took his dads Volvo 262 with the Bertone Design, dropped in a dry sump supercharged LT4 from a C6 Z06 Corvette, did a semi custom interior and we took it out and blew the tires off!! Plus, Eric is a former pro driver including winning in DPI/prototype class as well as winning Petit Le Mans so he might know a thing or two about driving!
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  • @wadesnider5218
    @wadesnider5218 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The old school boxy Volvos will never go out of style. Still better looking than a lot cars today

    • @garciamario5436
      @garciamario5436 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely

    • @garciamario5436
      @garciamario5436 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Everything boxy is in style broncos Benz G Wagons square body pick ups etc

  • @Proffa
    @Proffa ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The 262C was designed in-house by Volvo's Jan Wilsgaard, but largely built by Bertone in Turin for the 1977-1981 model years. So not designed by Bertone, it was just built there.

  • @robsorgdrager8477
    @robsorgdrager8477 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    As a Volvo technician I feel this is the way they should have been. I'd love to do a turbo Volvo V8 in a 240 wagon some day.

    • @jimzo1985
      @jimzo1985 ปีที่แล้ว

      theres a swedish dude putting a lambo v10 in his wagon peter bjork

  • @fishpony1211
    @fishpony1211 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Really sick build. His dad must be so proud of what that car has become.

  • @donricolife1861
    @donricolife1861 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I like that he’s keeping the car forever because it’s his dad. You know Dad’s don’t get a lot of praise like that everybody go out they way for their moms but don’t forget about your pops the good fathers out here we deserve our flowers too🌹

  • @ryanperry9472
    @ryanperry9472 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Dude! This thing is BEYOND cool! When the hood was lifted it almost looked like it came from the factory! I love everything about this car! The story, the dad owning it, all the mods, holy F! This thing is so damn awesome! Always stoked on your videos dude!

  • @thatchmo6242
    @thatchmo6242 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Don’t chop up the body. Tub the rears with wider 17’s and keep the body stock.what a great thing to do to show respect to his dad’s efforts.

    • @dupontgeorge7508
      @dupontgeorge7508 ปีที่แล้ว

      respect to his dad effort and not his capriscious little kid

  • @genemounce8302
    @genemounce8302 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    LOL, waaaaaaay back when the 1st LS swaps started happening, me and a buddy almost swapped a volvo wagon... MAN I love this shit !

  • @chadpurser
    @chadpurser ปีที่แล้ว +104

    Please don't mess with bigger wheels! I love the Turbo OEM wheels. Maybe just have them widened? The 17" size fits the car so well.

    • @sidefx996
      @sidefx996 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Exactly

    • @stephencampbell8498
      @stephencampbell8498 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Agreed 👍🏿

    • @jimk7882
      @jimk7882 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Great point! Bigger would kill the look.

    • @lancecooper4646
      @lancecooper4646 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Totally agree...if he needs more tyre in the rear he should just tub it & leave the exterior as is

    • @robertrico7598
      @robertrico7598 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      💯

  • @bmf00
    @bmf00 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    This car is awesome. It's very unique. It has the gentlemens hot rod look.

    • @hagestad
      @hagestad ปีที่แล้ว

      Very cool. Unfortunately now its a deathtrap since original engine was designed to go under the body in case of crash.

  • @jwjcook11
    @jwjcook11 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As a fellow V8 swapped Volvo owner this made my day! Thanks Shawn keep it up…👍🏼

  • @NukaOrQuantum...
    @NukaOrQuantum... ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It looks really nice! What a sleeper. Definitely something out of the ordinary.

  • @robertdemers8508
    @robertdemers8508 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This brings back memories. In the mid eighties, I built a low mileage, black on black '78 Bertone, with a tunedport 355 w/NOS, cam, and a B-W T-5. Took me almost a year. What a fun car. Had good success on the show circuit. Drove it everyday in the summer. Slam you in the seat at 100mph, but got a little squirrelly
    above 145mph (air would get underneath it) had to make sure it was pointing straight ahead when you pulled the trigger. Flat hood, '86 bumpers and grill and headlights. Even had A/C. Drove it for a few years and spanked many a Corvette and Mustang 5.0. One of my best builds.

  • @jonathanjones1814
    @jonathanjones1814 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love how clean and classy it looks

  • @nealivers7479
    @nealivers7479 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Shawn...your GENUINE love of cars, is why I think you are so successful, and I gotta say, Bro...as a Car Guy myself, you are one cool M'fer.
    Eric...your Dad must be happy that you continued his build, and dropped in the monster LT4.
    This car is a nasteee sleeper; close the exhaust valves....and say goodbye to many a wanna be Hot Rod, without much effort (provided you get'er to hook).
    The absolute "COOL-NESS" of this channel, is outta sight - feel like I'm having a martini with Dean Martin, and winking at the ladies!

  • @sidefx996
    @sidefx996 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Please don't change the wheels, the newer factory wheels are perfect. Just widen the rears so you can fit a wider tire. That'll also cure the fact that they sit way too far inside the fender. But absolutely fantastic car.

  • @kens8903
    @kens8903 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I hope he doesn’t change the exterior because it’s so perfect the way it is.

    • @dupontgeorge7508
      @dupontgeorge7508 ปีที่แล้ว

      capricious little kid had never enough

  • @VTX1800MC
    @VTX1800MC ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank’s from Sweden 🇸🇪

  • @WayApp
    @WayApp ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, this is an absolute beast!

  • @JWnFlorida
    @JWnFlorida ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All cars can be fantastic.. sleepers rule. Wanna race for pink slips??? 😂😂😂😂

  • @DavidNeyens
    @DavidNeyens ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Always liked the 262C. I love this one. Muscle with class.

  • @jameshutchins3396
    @jameshutchins3396 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That is a car that will truly never be done but will always be better. Thank you for sharing

  • @jasoncarpenter4116
    @jasoncarpenter4116 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I always loved the Volvo wagon of that era that looked like a mini-truck. I never even knew about this model and looks like such a fun car!

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love the roof design chopped down and that LT4 is awesome!

  • @eddierools
    @eddierools ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Reminds me of a 262c that had an LT1 put into it, from The Silent D Motor Show channel. Honestly, apart from the P1800, this has got to be the best looking Volvo ever!

  • @madcook1936
    @madcook1936 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Now, this is my kind of ride. Plain and Simple, but Bad Ass at the same time.

  • @b_for_brett
    @b_for_brett ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love a Swedish G body

  • @TheNismo777
    @TheNismo777 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nicest 262 I've ever seen! Something like 6600 of these was made, so its worth to save every single one u find :)

  • @seanscott7120
    @seanscott7120 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gangsta Brick!

  • @cyclonekevin6199
    @cyclonekevin6199 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My auto shop teacher had one. I always thought they the coolest Volvo’s ever made.

  • @lamboferruccio
    @lamboferruccio ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Car is sick I would leave it as is, perfect sleeper, absolutely love modified TurboBrick Volvo’s

  • @scarbourgeoisie
    @scarbourgeoisie ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m actually digging this thing. I love the body style and it’s the ultimate sleeper. Not the first Volvo I’ve seen done up. Keep ‘em coming rodders.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว

      This thing is pure cool

  • @melvinburwell8202
    @melvinburwell8202 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Super cool. I have always liked Volvos. Want one. Beautiful build. You can drop any American motor in these cars. Badd ass.❤❤😊😂😎🤑

  • @travfdy
    @travfdy ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Goddamn Volvo collecting pink slips 🤣

  • @2turbo4u
    @2turbo4u ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a volvo guy and i love that his father chose to use a Bertone for his dream build. In all black it looks like a European Grand National those beautiful 80's body lines. That's why pops went with the grand national v6. Now its complete get the wheels stepped up and wider to 18 and tub the rear .

  • @jimk7882
    @jimk7882 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Eric, your dad sir, is a badass. He built that car spot on and fyi Shawn Grand Nationals would easily run in the 11's with bolt on adds and quite possibly this car could've been faster with the GN powerplant because it might have hooked up better.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know Buick G body’s well and have total love for them but I’m a massive LT4 fan!

  • @jb2oldies69
    @jb2oldies69 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That’s different 👍👍

  • @brianbob7514
    @brianbob7514 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Please no fender flares , looks great as is

  • @richardmahoney9415
    @richardmahoney9415 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Never would dreamed of this but this the coolest thing I’ve seen in a while

  • @Itsjustken
    @Itsjustken ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Super Sleeper. Such a cool ride

  • @paulhammond3488onetime
    @paulhammond3488onetime ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sean you never disappoint. Very sleek looking Volvo…..👍

  • @MrBigbrobeaz
    @MrBigbrobeaz ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We had quite a few of these in Australia, but this one is absolutely amazing ❤

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They did such a cool job with this

  • @DymondzTrucking1962
    @DymondzTrucking1962 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That car is so sweet. Something that would help these new drivers is go race dirt track and tune the car yourself like I did. It taught me how to diagnose what was going on with the car and how to fix it.

  • @pauldashwood2897
    @pauldashwood2897 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My dad was a fan of Volvos owning quite a few over the years back in the day 144 145 p1800 ….this is a great build.
    Keep well guys ..

  • @jimk7882
    @jimk7882 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the coolest of the cool,Paul Newman, was big into Volvo's and had several with Ford V8's.

  • @chaching713
    @chaching713 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your Definitely keeping the channel open minded I love it

  • @fredericbergez9257
    @fredericbergez9257 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So fun ! A 262C Volvo GNX by Bertone ! A Volvo with a pure engine sound ! An amazing sleeper !

  • @toolsfordarkness
    @toolsfordarkness ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Bertone backstory is interesting. Great looking car!

  • @Combat556
    @Combat556 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saw this car at the recent Temecula Rod Run, and it’s very cool; a definite one off!

  • @Anuskasv0
    @Anuskasv0 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Fantastic build, something different but still very cool.

  • @bandagefreak
    @bandagefreak ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Volvo - they're boxy but they're good! Absolutely LUVVIT!!

  • @gregmcable
    @gregmcable ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I remember years (more than twenty) ago when Tom Cruise brought his converted Volvo Wagon to set. Common conversion at that time with one vendor offering turnkey converted cars. Most sold were wagons, the coolest.

  • @johnmargaritis9549
    @johnmargaritis9549 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bad ass ,very unique sleeper thas my kind of cars great job shawn and your crew cand wait to see the upgreats .

  • @MagnoliaSupreme
    @MagnoliaSupreme ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful sleeper can’t wait to see it with the wider tires.

  • @sickjohnson
    @sickjohnson ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a freaking cool project man!
    Awesome video too guys, have a great weekend.

  • @grantmckendry3323
    @grantmckendry3323 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love that sleeper thing. We're huge Volvo fans in Scotland.

  • @jayweiss4378
    @jayweiss4378 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One thing about a Volvo is you know it’s Safe! They are built well from the factory

  • @mg_streetkandi
    @mg_streetkandi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Real Talk of he buys some different wheels and widen the rear fenders this might be the best Volvo swapped cars I've ever seen..Great Review and story!!..👍🏽🏁

  • @ricomartin8720
    @ricomartin8720 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow that engine in that Volvo almost looks factory very nice job👊👊😎😎

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว

      Clean work by So Cal Rods & Customs on the swap

  • @iansharpe8420
    @iansharpe8420 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This reminds me of Seans grand am that you guys reviewed, not a typical hotrod but so damn cool. Love it

  • @ralphsmallblock4367
    @ralphsmallblock4367 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In the 90’s I had a 760 turbo converted with a small block Chevy roller cam big intake and carb T5 borgwarner 5 speed transmission it was such a badass sleeper✊

  • @Saiyanblackx
    @Saiyanblackx ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Its stunning 😍 it's like a muscle car

  • @Green69Fish
    @Green69Fish 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lol .... love it!!! Keeping that LT4 under the hood very impressive. Ultimate sleeper!!!

  • @courtneyswaby3178
    @courtneyswaby3178 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This coupe have been one of of my favourites since the 80s

  • @s7v7nfiv5
    @s7v7nfiv5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woah a 262 with a lt4 super gnarly car.

  • @robertrico7598
    @robertrico7598 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Most of the stuff on this channel is dream stuff, this is like the stuff I actually have. It looks like a Volvo Grand National!

  • @torqueandbeanssauce
    @torqueandbeanssauce ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Crazy i am right now doing my 92 volvo 240 wagon gen4 5.3 with 7875 swap after 3 years of pulling stock stuff. I cant wait till finish it up and put it on my channel.

  • @whodafuk
    @whodafuk ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bet the european suspension feels great🛣️💨💨😉 LS/LT the world. Awesome build there.

  • @sidefx996
    @sidefx996 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic. Tasteful and different.

  • @ulyssestinoco3719
    @ulyssestinoco3719 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gives me Buick GNX vibes. Smaller in size, but still cool

  • @bigmountain7561
    @bigmountain7561 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Shawn, I remember working on them back in the 80’s. In Philadelphia, Bertone’s were common maybe because of the University Prof’s thinking they had a legitimate street muscle. Lol, I will always defer to a 69 L88 with Sidepipes as legitimate Street Muscle. Maybe someone can put a stock one on your show. Thank You 🙏

  • @jtjt3823
    @jtjt3823 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very cool! Glad you branched out a touch for this one.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too. Saw it heard it and had to experience it

  • @ERPASSASSIN
    @ERPASSASSIN ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gotta love a sleeper 👍

  • @mrsimo7144
    @mrsimo7144 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant. Thanks for the upload and efforts. Love from the UK ❤️

  • @Twentyfoursilver
    @Twentyfoursilver ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rad car , great story !!

  • @audriusbaranauskas6227
    @audriusbaranauskas6227 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice job. The original seats were pretty awsome too.

  • @vladg2239
    @vladg2239 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A very cool build. Thank you for sharing.

  • @msk3905
    @msk3905 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ive seen several Volvo conversions most just don’t appeal to me, i get what was involved with the conversion but I’ve seen four doors and wagons and they just aren’t good looking to me leaving me asking why did you do it but looks are subjective. However, this one i really like and actually looks good. Nice job and nice car!

  • @liquidamber
    @liquidamber ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this channel is MASTER...THANKS

  • @corzinc
    @corzinc ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was going to say it reminds me of a GNX, then he drops the engine in it… that’s cool

  • @beenfressh2550
    @beenfressh2550 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is DOPE af

  • @valboski
    @valboski ปีที่แล้ว

    I love seeing this page get the attention it deserves I cant remember the number I know I’ve been here since b4 at least 50K subs at the max mite of even been less and the video quality in combination of veichles reviewed has always been amazing!!!

  • @kenlawson3336
    @kenlawson3336 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is my dream car from childhood! Love it!

  • @adrianstanciu6132
    @adrianstanciu6132 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Unmistakable swedish style!👏👏👍❤

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep with that Italian design and American muscle under the hood. Pure cool

  • @lrzn2866
    @lrzn2866 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing to see custom old volvos in the states and not just here in sweden where i live :D

  • @fks-pv8il
    @fks-pv8il ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My dad auto crossed a Volvo in the late 60s he also Drag raced a 67 Bug in the late 60s early 70s. Lol. He was import racing before it was cool.

  • @wizardofahhhs759
    @wizardofahhhs759 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Badass Volvo 👍

  • @djbis
    @djbis ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn! So clean. What a gem!!!!

  • @osirusgtr
    @osirusgtr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Way back I had a Old 760 GLE for my first car, brings back memories looking at this 262. Nice!

    • @suomenpresidentti
      @suomenpresidentti ปีที่แล้ว

      780 was more modern version of this.
      They are nice too.

  • @georgef1176
    @georgef1176 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That’s actually a super rare Volvo. Bertone kinda made them look ok. As far as shoe boxes go. Great build though! LT4 makes anything sick.

  • @drdesmo8489
    @drdesmo8489 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This Volvo is probably the most powerful one on the planet. Cheers Shawn 🤘🏼

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s a beast!

    • @viktorjohansson86
      @viktorjohansson86 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not even close! Do a search for peterbjorck here on TH-cam. He's got a volvo 245 that he's putting a gallardo v10 in. He thought that the old engine was'nt good, it was just a toyota engine 😄

    • @Mastermindyoung14
      @Mastermindyoung14 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@viktorjohansson86 while Peter's latest wagon is a cool ride, that's nowhere close to the most powerful 240. I have a more powerful one and I'm not even close to the big hitters.

  • @GeoTrashPanda
    @GeoTrashPanda ปีที่แล้ว +2

  • @dsb1829
    @dsb1829 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cool. Definitely need to tone down the exhaust for sleeper status.

  • @MartyGatavaski-mn3qn
    @MartyGatavaski-mn3qn ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Sweedish/Italian Grand National GNX

  • @TheTheboomwearcompan
    @TheTheboomwearcompan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tuning in from Buffalo, New York.

  • @WoodLox
    @WoodLox ปีที่แล้ว

    My that thing is sleek sleep yet a treat rigid body along the lines of a 959. Excellent platform and improve. Awesome build

  • @bernandoturner4840
    @bernandoturner4840 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shawn… after you do A Video of my Fast Car’ then I will buy some auto TopiaLA gear..😄

  • @seektruth8662
    @seektruth8662 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The current rims you have look almost a little too big for the wheel openings but still look kind of stock. But if you go with a 19 OR 20 inch that will be the end of any actual sleeper look.
    Great car, thanks for making the video.

  • @heritagecarpetcleaningrest309
    @heritagecarpetcleaningrest309 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow what a awesome car. Love the story

  • @KingCast65
    @KingCast65 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haha 6 minutes in he rips on the GNX motor.... which would be JUST FINE for like 99% of us.

    • @AutotopiaLA
      @AutotopiaLA  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      GNX motor is great but this LT4 is more my style and certainly Eric’s

    • @KingCast65
      @KingCast65 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AutotopiaLA Oh no worries it was just funny. We have a stock 850T wagon and an '88 535is, both considered slow pokes today. Various Volvos and other stuff here:
      th-cam.com/video/U-LO-6D35FY/w-d-xo.html
      Peace.

  • @rogerrolex6981
    @rogerrolex6981 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mini tubs, might as well get a narrowed 9 inch for shits n giggles. Pretty cool build definitely something unique. Not a fan of the alcantera , I think that LT 4 can carry the extra weight of nice leather. Watching Sean pull it out of the garage. It almost reminds me of a Bentley R turbo w/Bertone styling window treatment. That’s going to be next level ridiculous with the pulley upgrade an E 85 and they could easily make 900 hp with the right parts. As you know I’m sure