Volvo 240 FRONT Re-design - My biggest challenge yet

I re-design the classic Volvo 240 into a 2021 model. What would a 2021 Volvo 240 look like? Let's find out!
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[@iliak7875]

Looks like a rolls royce. I'd love to see this as a production car.

[@GAMEVIDSnorwegian422]

Looks more like a Toyota Century tbh.

[@tomaspiscicelli3288]

I’d say a Bentley

[@mrvuki]

@@tomaspiscicelli3288 yea definitely a mix of both it has the boxy angles of a RR and sporty elements of a Bentley

[@nikitashkredov8901]

Exactly what I thought of

[@LaSombraa]

Was thinking the same thing. A more sportier 2020 Phantom

[@mariowhyte2816]

This is epic!!!! The rear end modernization was a game changer.... but this... this here is amazing!!!! Good work man!!!

[@schlegs86]

Ditto!! Awesome job Bembli!!

[@jrsilaban6403]

hongqi h9 made by china better than this thing

[@smiIingman]

I would pay big money to have Volvo make a car like that. If i had money..

[@BlueRoseShilloh]

Smiling Man like a Homage/Heritage limited edition or a full production vehicle?

[@iceman01gun]

@@BlueRoseShilloh full production ;)

[@BlueRoseShilloh]

Isac suger would be awesome

[@sobananas7]

Imagine not having money. I don't need to imagine................ lmao

[@alphatrion100]

@@sobananas7 Most people live paycheck to paycheck. It sucks.

[@Ripkallen]

Honestly, one of the best you've done 👏

[@Thesketchmonkey]

Thanks!

[@LaSombraa]

100% agree... it’s gonna be hard for him to top this

[@PeteS_1994]

I agree with you, he put more attention to detail than usual with this redesign.

[@edogwatch]

I would get a Volvo if they made this one like this! Stunning!

[@blackierose7793]

Just imagine how good the station wagon version could be!

[@BaronVonYolo]

My father had two of these in the 80s and nostalgia is overwhelming me this very second. I drive a 2002s C70 btw...

[@albinalmquist9890]

Is it a converdeble?

[@dawidgacek4764]

@@albinalmquist9890 where have you seen a c70 thats not a convertible

[@dawidgacek4764]

I kinda have the same im 13 now and my dad owns 2 s60 one is a 2003 s60 t5 and the other is a 2007 d5

[@knut5748]

@@dawidgacek4764 my mate used to have a coupe, they are more common in norway than the droptops

[@zzz-vf7fj]

Knut hva skjer

[@maunohorttanainen5450]

I hope that some day Volvo will make that car. It's gorgeous!

[@nathanr6596]

Looks amazing, I think the VW corrado is worthy of a redesign like this don’t you agree?

[@marus9922]

That would be cool or the 2000 Audi tt

[@Scott_Puss]

Yes yes yes this is a forgotten car that would be great to redesign

[@ejshumate5356]

Me to

[@qlus]

He should do a corrado vr6 variant

[@mariokajin]

I’m going to nitpick, the aero intakes below the headlights should be squared off too.

[@gordontheman6151]

Was thinking exactly the same!

[@alex_k1410]

Now this is absolutely stunning, you have outdone yourself once again!

[@victorpelini5995]

When you realise how popular these Volvo still are 👌

[@-m.d.n-9019]

Yes sir. Volvo 240 will always be Legendary.

[@mikkeler2721]

Realise?

[@aspiranttobeapatrioticcana6748]

@@mikkeler2721 British spelling, but same meaning

[@jollyrodger5319]

Have three Volvo's V70 940 and a 240

[@nicholasapodoattyang4035]

The 300,400,800 & 900 series are also the best. I hate the millennial models.

[@ricky107_]

Can we get a wagon Versions 👀

[@falconeer4382]

oh hell yeah do it @TheSketchMonkey

[@falconeer4382]

yeah you can't do it like that can you? xD

[@Matdr20]

Could you try to redesign the lotus Elise/Exige into a front engine car. I think it would be a real challenge.

[@sobananas7]

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[@nikola1352]

It would just become shitty miata 😂

[@PROJECTIRONWOLF1]

@@nikola1352 why the 2zz is i a good engine

[@KansasCityDude2023]

Wow, I LOVE this one. This not only honors the original car really well, but it showcases how much you are growing as a designer the more of these you do.

[@opelakiasopcgr2388]

Do the OPEL TIGRA A 1995

[@KRACINGTV]

Do it

[@deropelaner1176]

Yeeees pleaseee🥵🥵🥵💝💝💝💝💝

[@koritatuning1367]

Yeeeeeees

[@AK-bc6zf]

One of the best looking cars 👌

[@boostedshitbox4039]

Tigra 🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

Holy moly does that look good, not only did you incorporate the modern Volvo design with the headlights, grille and bumper, but you made sure to also leave in that boxy design, and to bring up to date a bit, you gave it some body lines that are just... BELISSIMO!

[@ricky107_]

Dang I've followed that guy building that widebody v70 it's so awesome! And he loves talking about it in dms

[@exoticdriver84]

This is one of the best Re-design's so far,it looks so beautiful and simple. I love this Volvo 240 Re-design.Amazing work SketchMonkey.

[@nowaarchitektura8828]

Perfect, love it both! Front and rear view are amazing. Keep up good work!

[@sirboomsalot4902]

This is amazing! I think a new production 200 series would be very cool

[@thomassteinitz6500]

I would buy this Car!!! Greetings from a german Volvo-Driver

[@cemsengul16]

This man needs to be hired seasonally by all car companies. I mean he hits it out of the park with every design he comes up with. Sketch Monkey knows how to evolve old cars while still maintaining the original design.

[@mathuetax]

That was neat! Having owned several Volvos (in order from my first in 1986; 1970 145S, 1979 245, 1984 245 DL, 1989 244DL and now a 1970 142S) this was enjoyable to watch.

[@philc7916]

And now it is complete. My dream Volvo that I didn’t know I wanted. Thank you

[@Marmf1]

Hi I like most of your redesigns but this one really takes the cake. You truly managed to retain the legendary lines and spirit of the Volvo 200 series while adding both sportiness and luxury. If Volvo would ever consider re-launching such a 200 series, I’d buy it in a heartbeat. Same goes with friends who have watched your Volvo 240 redesign. Great work and huge thumbs up !!!

[@dentonarmstrong7470]

This is hands down your absolute best modern redesign of a classic. Stunning

[@suryanshgautam1344]

this was an absolute beauty!

[@brokenpolicecar8105]

Even tho I wasn’t around in that time, I still somehow feel some nostalgia from it, as if your redesign radiates nostalgia. I’m always impressed with your work btw and you will never cease to amaze me with your redesigns

[@coledavis6710]

One of your best redesigns by far. The amount of time taken for this one shows your love for the car.

[@MartinKusimo]

I'm lost for words... in awe and perhaps almost brought to tears. I would love to see this design on the roads (both front and rear that you did). I dunno how you did it, but you definitely did it!

[@onlyifusayplz5407]

What I especially love is that it reminds me so much of an 850. Combining the old and new styling cues of the brand creates a design reminiscent of one from right inbetween the two eras. Also a great way to show how the Volvo design language evolves progressively. Lovely design.

[@nishant4866]

Wow. I like this waaaayyy more than I should any simple sedan haha. Thanks for inspiring me to sketch everyday!

[@prasadmore57]

Both front and back redesigns relfect your deep connection and dedication towards it. Great work as always and btw your intros are getting more and more interesting also lovely use of music in recent outros

[@chegon511]

I've been following this channel quite a while now. You've come to a new level with this Volvo 240 modernization video. You really blend the feel of the original with Volvo's current design language. Great job. Now do the same with Merc 230e W124 lolz

[@jesper1406]

When I had my first 242, I was a new father, and we just felt so safe in that car. It was like a tank. I still remember the gearbox feeling so firm in an already 20 yr old car back then. I loved it. The next was a 244 with all the bells and whistles, and I loved it even more. It was so comfortable and beautiful ❤️. So simple to work on, easy and cheap to maintain, and parts were everywhere. What killed 240 for me, was the fuel consumption. They were thirsty, and carried a high environmental tax for that reason. My last Volvo was a V40 1.st generation, and I loved that too. Bought it cheap, and ran it into the ground over 5 years later. Cost next to nothing to maintain. Then I wanted something newer and bought a VW Passat. Worst purchase EVER! I'll be back to Volvo soon!

[@houstonnewton9199]

Whenever I watch these videos I’m hating the design and hating because nothing fits right and then at the last moment your skill and attention to detail pull these together in such an amazing and interesting way that always makes me love these designs

[@nikotapola5264]

If I could get any car, this is exactly what I would choose. Just so amazing work. I love 240 Volvos and the newest ones also and this is just perfect combination of those.

[@brandoncastaneda4058]

Wow, I really love this redesign both front and back

[@fredkennedy8435]

One of your best yet. Looks incredible. Car companies take note! Muscle cars aren't the only class of vehicles deserving of retro updates. I'd drive the heck out of this!

[@danielkarlsson9809]

jag ha jobbat med P.S några år nu men efter jag ha började kolla på dina filmer för ca 1 vecka sedan så ha mina renderingar gått från mediokra till riktigt realistiska. Super bra kanal och keep going!

[@chiemekaa]

Wow! This has got to go down as one of your best (at least top 5) modernizations. Seriously, I can't stop looking at it.

[@melwalshmtb9121]

OK that's sick! Awesome job as usual dude

[@phoenixblack1220]

Sir, you have been know to hit home runs with your designs, I think it is fair to say, you knocked it out of the freakin’ park! I’m no Volvo fan, but I would buy this car if they built it! Love your work!!

[@isaks3243]

Almost too beautiful to be true. I wish volvo made a re run of the 240 looking something like this one

[@gergelymihaly199]

Amazingly characteristic and very elegant. Great job! Probably the best of yours!

[@user-de4cq6uk6l]

Man I miss boxy cars

[@divad23]

Agree. Seeing boxy modern cars is so refreshing

[@sleepyren_]

you could always be the president of japan and have someone drive you in a toyota century! lmao

[@keloduma]

An absolute stunner made me love Volvo even more. In GT5 the 240 GLT Wagon was my drift machine

[@frederic6518]

Redesign the newest Ford gt as a front engined car

[@RichieRouge206]

This is amazing and I hope that guy builds one! I’ve posted this and your other videos on my group ‘I Spotted A Volvo’ (nearly 5k members) on Facebook! Such an amazing project and a real challenge when you are working with a design classic. Well done dude, seriously impressed!!

[@Ebbsilen]

I was really not sure until you started to play with the grille. Now it's as fantastic as the back... Wow! Such a nice car!

[@jackykneidinger]

I gave this video a like before watching it and i certainly don’t regret it!

[@ethanbowie3050]

that s how modern cars today should look like. GREAT REBORN OF THIS ICON. ///BRAVO

[@youngexotics2155]

Awesome man! I see your scetches all over diffirent swedish websites. Thank you for making these amazing videos:)

[@CyberWaifu]

This is one of your best designs to date!

[@akkmdk]

If volvo builds this car it will make record sales history fantastic job.

[@PiperLund]

You really capture the essence of the 240-series and carry that legacy with grand! I get a feeling of the 264 and the 850. Would be really cool to see that one on the road! Ta det lugnt i sommar och ha en trevlig midsommar!

[@joelolsson9071]

Idk if you are swedish or not so i just write in english,, im hella impressed of how good you are and i really want Volvo to start making the new 240 bc thats the finest new Volvo ive seen and i think that everyone would buy it all over the world😍

[@williamclemons3257]

I can't believe Volvo have not gotten in touch with you because of what you've done with their cars absolutely amazing. I would still like to see you do the 960 1995 or 96.

[@michaeldean2447]

Sitting in my 1990 240 watching this. Well done.

[@samuum6118]

Who else liked the vid before watching #notificationsquad

[@chettharp2532]

It took you so long to redesign it because you were trying to improve on perfection. AND YOU SUCCEEDED!

[@mathiasmirheim2705]

Wow! My first car was a 240 turbo. Seeing you transform it to 2020 edition (rear and front) is simple amazing. One can only hope that some hotshot at Volvo is watching this and get their ass of the couch and start producing it.

[@scottlake6363]

stand up and take a bow ! the folks at volvo need to take notice of this design . i buy one in a heartbeat ! great job.

[@mikeoz6643]

Love the eraser effect at the end

[@syedbabarashrafsubzwari4993]

Best redesign you have ever done! Absolutely love it! Great job!

[@Thesketchmonkey]

Glad you like it!

[@mediatedsword2170]

I would buy this thing myself 100% Great job man! You can see the passion you have for Volvo design! Maby a redesign of the c70 convertible up next? :D

[@donauto]

i think this front would look better in a gorgeous 850 T5 redesign, still it has a strong volvo dna, but you could make a wagon with different style like the big grille and single headlight. I got to know about you by this sketch, its honestly the best I've seen of this car which have many fans, keep the good work

[@BrenTravisMusician]

There were a few moments where modern design details in the front seemed to be considered but you certainly did the right thing by deleting them and sticking with a simpler form. It looks timeless and premium but with huge heritage.

[@robertplatz7079]

Absolutely one of my favorite redesigns! I love cars that are distinctive, especially from far away. Volvo would have that with this design, even if it was a niche vehicle

[@federicocomodin3699]

Lovely! Would like to see a rework of some 00's cars that didn't get much love afterwards... Alfa 147 and 156, Ford Mondeo, Hyundai Tiburon, Mitsubishi Galant, the sporty coupes/saloons/hatchbacks that weren't that shiny!

[@jaredbridgeman246]

Man I just watch the previous video of this lol Nice work bro!!

[@Zandoclips]

This has to be one of the coolest things you've ever done. Love it. Have 3 240s 😅 would like to see you do a modern 240 wagon as well

[@jacka6497]

Shit bro, been here since 20k and it’s amazing to see you achieve these awesome things!!

[@Raven-uu7lb]

This redesign is very beautiful. I can feel the luxury vibes on it.

[@makeupbycarlcapellan]

Arguably, the best you have done so far 👌

[@manman13108]

I love how similar that looks to the s90, and how the s90 has the overall proportions of the 900 series, i guess the volvo DNA is still there :D cheers from a 960 driver from indonesia m8

[@levidbateman5174]

Well done!! I was hopeful that you would do the front... love it!

[@guseks8413]

I really love the design, it looks awesome! I remember being driven around to bandy and other practices in a 240 by my older brother. It reminds of a different and simpler time, before you had any cares in the world. I have three points though if I can be picky. 1. You should have kept the original style on the grill with the "dual lines" and just added the modern logo. 2. The air intakes or what ever they are supposed to be under the lightes could have been squared to fit the headlight since they are roughly the same shape as the headlights on the modern volvos. 3. You should have kept that classic flat blue colour that the orginal picture had. It is an iconic one and this silvery grey though elegant becomes abit boring. Just my little amateur opinions, keep up the great work!

[@SirFriendlyStranger]

WOW!! This should be produced. So beautiful

[@jayman4095]

1st crazy mad props pulling this beautiful epicness off and 2nd Sweet mother of the car gods if this was a thing I would sign myself up for 1 before it's even for sale, I can only hope right along with you that this becomes a reality.

[@jackalnerf6230]

Please redesign the MINI Coupe! They stopped making it but so think if they had changed more than just he roof it would have been a hit! I’d also love to see your take on a cybertruck style muscle car!

[@dzrotary]

Hi .I have a Volvo 240 wagon and is far the best car I've owned. Loved your CG desing and it looks super aggressive. Take care and best of luck Greetings from Chicago.Dz

[@TackleTheDog]

It looks so smooth riding and luxurious! I love it!

[@delukxy]

I'd love to see this 3D'd on a turntable, Currently I'm not sure if the transition front to rear is a success. Rear looked great and I was pleased to see the front done as well. That also looks great but I just have that nagging feeling about how well they go together. You're an absolute wizard with PS by the way and these are the only 2 videos I've watched so far!

[@d.o.m.494]

Your best design ever, you'll have to work extra hard from now on!

[@timhannerer]

Nice video, it turned out extremely good looking. I would love to see a re design of the Interieur, maybe something new you could try! 😂

[@axeljonsson151]

Sometime in the future: "Today we're gonna take a look at the new 20XX Volvo S240"

[@Zulfburht]

I low key want to see a modernization of a car from the 50’s/60’s with the fins, and chrome trims. That would be an interesting challenge, and cool to see what the modern equivalent would be.

[@murillobonacuore7743]

Best redesign i've seen so far!!!

[@jamestorrens645]

That car looks REALLY good! Amazing job on the photoshopping!

[@subarnosinha8042]

Good work as usual. Now when will you be doing E-Type's front end? It's due a long time now.

[@michaellogrande8609]

I currently daily drive a dark silver 1993 Volvo 240 sedan. I also have a silver 1994 850 sedan (sometimes I like to switch which car I drive). If Volvo reproduced the 240 in this design, I would buy it and add it to my collection. I love the boxy design.

[@andrewsalmon100]

Nice job. Yes bring it back. I think this theme peaked with the Bertone 780 of 1987.

[@ronseal02]

Very nice indeed, and a lot better than I imagined it would turn out. Super skills!

[@jonttuz2180]

My first car was 240 SE had it 8 months. Now 740 wagon. love them both

[@TheYuenRevan]

This Volvo is amazing, like a small rolls Royce ghost! Good work

[@aswad7368]

We had a Volvo 240 that we drove with from Sweden to Iraq (2004/5, I am from Iraq originally) and everyone loved it there, it was a red colored Volvo only two owners (us and and police women before us) super clean and nice :) people took pictures with it haha and we sold it there :) amazing trip :) Volvo is really popular in Iraq (at least when I lived there during my childhood in the 90's and early 2000's) we bought it for 10000 sek which was equivalent maybe 1400 dollars ish and sold it for 3500 dollars there :) I regret letting my father sell it now, but I was 14 back then so I could not drive it unfortunately :)

[@tahahaider5836]

You sir are a maestro. Epic. Also I could see some RR in there.

[@averyparticularsetofskills]

Your artistic eye is perfect! To have the ability to compose your thoughts and ideas to visual representation is a treat to see! Did you start off recreating cars and trucks early on in your art? If not then we would all like to know what it was that set the spark in your minds eye. Keep it up ,your renderings touch more than you believe they do!!! INSPIRATIONAL

[@MS-yy2dh]

Great design. I am sure this would sell. I owned a 1981 Volvo 244 for 25 years / 300,000 miles. It was one of most robust and reliable cars of that time