LOT 126

1971 Volvo P1800E Chassis no. 184353-035233

Sold for US$29,120 inc. premium

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Lot 126

1971 Volvo P1800E

Greenwich Concours d'Elegance Auction|2 June 2019, 11:00 EDT|Greenwich

1971 Volvo P1800E
Chassis no. 184353-035233

1,986cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection
120bhp at 5,800rpmM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox with Electric Overdrive
Independent Front Suspension with Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Very original example
*Just two owners from new
*Highly optioned example from new
*Just 48,000 miles covered

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This highly original P1800E is being offered with just two owners from new. First purchased on March 18, 1971 from Picard Motor Sales of North Smithfield, Rhode Island to the exacting specification of a Mr. Dennis Stark, the car was appointed with Metallic Blue exterior finish, black leather upholstery, air conditioning, Blaupunkt multiplex stereo, hood and trunk lights, and sisal floor mats. This fully loaded car also included black alloy wheels with trim rings, rear window defroster, Carello fog lights, and several dealer installed options such as a power antenna, eight track player with Astrosonix speakers, rust-proofing, and a security alarm.

Mr. Stark regularly drove and maintained this P1800E, accumulating 25,000 miles in his first two years of ownership, which now account for the bulk of its current mileage. In 1983, the car received a cosmetic recommissioning, repainting the body with its original blue metallic finish that shows very well today.

Mr. Stark sold the car to a family friend and today's seller in 2012 with approximately 45,300 miles on the odometer. Over the last seven years, the car has been meticulously conserved and maintained. Most recently, the engine and fuel system have been cared for with a new fuel pump and re-cored gas tank as well as a new exhaust system.

Beautifully presented today in highly original condition, this P1800E retains all of its desirable delivery options and displays just 48,300 miles on its odometer after 48 years of use. Accompanied with the sale are the vehicle's original tools and tool pouch, multiple service booklets including the Owner's Manual, Service Manual, and Parts Catalogue, and two sets of OEM keys with spare copies. This car also comes with documentation dating back to the vehicle's original purchase from Picard Motor Sales. Letters, invoices and ownership documents for this car cover its original purchase, the sale to the second, and current, owner, as well as the vehicle's mileage and regular maintenance throughout its life.

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