Location and Contact Info:
I am hoping for a local buyer/pick-up. Tel: 415-459-6285 Email: [hidden email]
The car has always been a West Coast automobile and is located in Fairfax, California. No salted road driving. It has been in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1981 and resided in the Napa California area previous to that.
This is a collector’s dream! One of the nicest examples of this highly desired and sought after model found on the market today! The body is still in great condition and always gets compliments by passers by. Fully detailed paint job in 1998 with no signs of rust (pictures available). It does not have the usual rust problems so often seen in other P1800ES's which have been in other severe climate areas and has very little wear for a 43 year old car. ES values have been steadily appreciating and this is an opportunity to own a quality example.
The car has been kept in great mechanical condition and all maintenance/repair records and work order/parts receipts are available from the mid 1970's to present. All replacement parts have been original replacement.
Engine: Rebuilt Original Volvo fuel-injected B20 w/ approx. 100k miles. Runs great.
Transmission: original replacement rebuilt, low mileage 4-speed manual with electric over-drive transmission.
Bosch fuel injection system rebuilt.
New electrical wiring harness.
Electronic ignition system update.
Coil: New
Disk Brakes: New disks, calipers, pads, etc. Completely new system.
Bilstein suspension
Seat Belts: New
Headlights, Parking lights, Brake lights, Turn signals, Wipers and Heater: Working. Turn signal spring return mechanism in need of repair.
CD/Radio
4 acoustic boxed speaker system
All new exterior rubber/weatherstripping (door surrounds, rear window, engine cowling.
Comes with a spare tire and original jack, owner’s and service manuals.
Stock exhaust system with new headers.
The vehicle has its original factory styled steel wheels.
New Michelin 185-70x15 Tires
Driver and passenger wool seat covers.
Special order wool dashboard covers.
Interior:
New original replacement seats, panels, upper and lower dash, headliner, sun shades and carpeting. The interior is only 3 years old since its installation and in superb condition. Original gauges in place and operational except for speedometer/odometer which needs cable replacement
Body/Paint Restoration History:
Car had complete paint job in 1998. Old paint taken down to bare metal with no apparent visible signs of rust( photos available upon request).
There is minor paint bubbling behind front wheels, low on body panel which will require rust removal and repainting. Minor cracks in paint on the top of the front fender cowlings will need repaint.
New undercoating seal on undercarriage after steam cleaning.
History:
I am selling this classic 1973 Volvo 1800ES finished in Orange with new, original replacement interior: black leather/vinyl seats, panels and dash with brown carpeting interior. The car benefits from full bare metal repaint in 1998 and over the years has undergone a comprehensive restoration and upkeep including all mechanical and new interior. The car has always been well maintained and has has the benefit of timely, full servicing.
Every day that I take my P1800ES on the road, at least two people will stop, stare and inquire about the vehicle and ask if they can take pictures. The most common comment made is that the car makes them \"happy\". It is one of only 8077 produced for the model years 1972 and 1973. This is a 42 year old automobile that will serve you well for many years to come.
Since my purchase in 1981 I have used this car as my main transportation, both local and long distance. It has been my one and only driving machine for the past 34 years, and it has always proved to be a faithful, dependable machine, serving me well. I would not hesitate to drive it cross country. And for the past 20 years, the car has been garaged for 6 months out of every year while I am away on business.
This was the car that I wanted ever since I saw one in 1972. After 35 years of faithful service, the time has come for me to pass my great little car on to someone who will be as taken by it as I am. I am looking for a good home for my faithful friend. It\'s in amazing shape for a 42 year old car... not a trailer queen but pretty close.
Purchased from the previous owner in 1981, I have all of the previous owners records dating back to the mid 1970\'s, along with those maintenance/parts receipts I\'ve accumulated during my ownership.
This P1800ES is a very comfortable long distance touring car and great fun to drive while getting lots of attention and receiving constant "thumbs up" from passing motorists.