Volvo P1800 ES (1972)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 192 photos
• Video including engine run and test drive
• Paint thickness measurement
• Appraisal report from May 2026 available; condition rating 2 with a market value of €35,800

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1972
• First registration: USA
• Engine: 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 116 PS (85 kW)
• Transmission: Automatic
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: black faux leather
• TÜV can be renewed upon request; H license plate
• Features:
• Electronic ignition

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is white
• The vehicle has already been completely repainted. Paint thickness measurements showed values between 422 µm and 748 µm.
• The body is in good condition with slight age-related signs of wear
• The rubber trim on the bumper shows age-related cracking (Photo 162)
• The underbody shows slight rust (Images 165, 166)
• Note: In some photos, the rear bumper is reflected in the paint on the rear end, making it look as though the sheet metal is dented there. However, this is not the case; it is an optical illusion

Interior

• The car has a black faux leather interior with white contrast stitching.
• The interior is in good condition with age-related signs of wear

Mechanics

• The vehicle is registered and roadworthy
• The 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder engine idles smoothly and revs up cleanly
• The automatic transmission also shifts flawlessly.
• There are no known technical defects
• Extensive maintenance has been performed; see list below
• Last service: March 2025

History

Ownership History

• 2021 to present: Current owner
• Accident-free under current ownership
• Total number of owners: unknown
• Initial registration: USA

Service History

• 03/2025: Service performed
• Additional maintenance performed, including replacement of:
• Electronic ignition
• Ignition wire set
• Heating valve
• Rear axle retaining straps
• D-Jetronic wiring harness
• Fuel tank cap
• Fuel pump and alternator
• Fuel tank
• Longitudinal control arm bushings
• Brake rotors

Documents

• Vehicle Registration Certificate (Fig. 10) & Vehicle Title (Fig. 180)
• Certificate of Title (Fig. 182, 183)
• Appraisal Report for Classic Car Classification (Figures 184–187)
• TÜV report (Image 188)

Summary

For sale is a 1972 Volvo P1800 ES in white with a black faux leather interior. With its distinctive shooting brake body and frameless glass tailgate, the P1800 ES is one of the most extraordinary Volvo classics. The vehicle on offer was originally shipped to the U.S. and has 167,300 miles on the odometer. A valuation report from May 2026, with a grade of 2 and a market value of €35,800, is available. Numerous technical components have been replaced in recent years. The vehicle is registered, has an “H” license plate, and can receive a new TÜV inspection upon request. With its low production numbers, unique model history, and well-maintained overall condition, this Volvo P1800 ES offers an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts of classic Volvo models and collectors of exceptional shooting brakes.