LOT 14
1970 Volvo 1800E Chassis no. 184451-31472 Engine no. 1494
Sold for US$21,280 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 14
1970 Volvo 1800E
1970 Volvo 1800E
Chassis no. 184451-31472
Engine no. 1494
Chassis no. 184451-31472
Engine no. 1494
1,986cc OHV Inline B20E 4-Cylinder Engine
Bosch D-Jetronic Fuel Injection
130bhp at 6,000rpm
4-Speed M410 Gearbox w/Electric Overdrive
Independent Front Suspension with Live Rear Axle
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Single family ownership since new
*Numbers matching, California 'Blue Plate' car
*Largely original and beautifully preserved
*Unique color combo of California White w/ original Red interior
*Offered with original books, two sets of keys, and original spare tire
THE VOLVO P1800
Unveiled in 1960, Volvo's elegant P1800 sports coupé marked a noteworthy departure for the traditionally restrained Swedish automaker. Constructed initially by Jensen Motors until 1963 when production relocated to Sweden, the sporty P1800 shared its underpinnings with the 121 Saloon, including the robust four-cylinder, overhead-valve engine, displacing 1,778cc. With twin-carburetors, it delivered a respectable 100bhp, and a later, healthy 130bhp with Bosch injection. The design, credited to Pelle Petterson under the guidance of Petro Frua of Carrozzeria Ghia, the P1800 is a sensible Swede in a fine tailored suit.
THE CAR OFFERED
According to the ID tag and factory Warranty & Service Booklet on file, this lovely single-owner, California 'Blue Plate' car was completed in March of 1970, originally finished in California White (code 42) with Red leather interior (code 327-625). It was sold new via Auto Martin, Ltd. in Grants Pass, Oregon, on June 7, 1970 to Mr. and Mrs. Dahl of Eureka, California who made the 166-mile trek from their home to pick up their beloved Volvo - a treasure they would cherish until now.
This Volvo is reported to have had just one respray in its original California White, while the unrestored red interior is remarkably well-kept, and the factory rubber trunk mat and spare tire/cover are intact. The car retains its original Smiths gauges showing and even the factory Volvo/Bendix transistor radio is in place. Five-spoke alloy 'Clover' wheels, specific to 1970-1971 cars and standard on the 1800E, round out the car's sporty aesthetic. With its original engine still fitted, this Swedish icon is a rare, and remarkably preserved.
Recently serviced, this Volvo is now ready for only its second caretaker in 54 years. It comes to market showing just 130k miles with its original books, spare tire, and jack, and it represents an exciting opportunity to obtain a rare preservation-quality example of the most refined iteration for the P1800 series.



















































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