The Volvo P 1800 is undoubtedly the most elegantly, exquisitely and dynamically designed Volvo of the twentieth century. The Volvo P 1800 was designed by Per Petterson who was employed at 'carrosseria Frua' those days.

The Volvo P 1800 came onto the market in 1961 as a coupe and was initially built at Jensen’s in England. The P1800 became world-famous for the series of "The Saint" in the 1960s, with Roger Moore as Simon Templar in the leading role.
After building 6000 cars in 1963, production of the P 1800 was relocated to Sweden, and the car was then named the P1800 "S" (Sverige).
In September 1969, the P1800 E came onto the market with a Bosch fuel injection system, a modified dashboard and had disc brakes all around. The P1800 ES estate /coupe came onto the market in 1971.

Technical data

Four cylinder in-line Volvo B20 engine
carburettors: 2 S.U. carburettors
cylinder capacity: 1998 cc.
capacity: 130 DIN bhp.
gearbox: 4-speed manual + overdrive
weight: 1070 kg.

Information

Volvo P1800S, year 1964. Colour dark grey metallic with a red leather interior. This is an early 'S' model with the beautiful curved chrome trim on the sides and the curved front bumpers. This automobile was modified on details by the wishes of the owner. A powerful Volvo B20 engine was fitted and a special custom made VDO dashboard was manufactured. The automobile sports wide steel Volvo rims, extensive noise insulation of the interior, a Stainless Steel exhaust, electric cooling fan, HiFi system and overdrive.