Winning bid
£19,000

1968 Volvo 1800 S

Highlights

  • Current MOT valid until May 2024
  • Cherished and loved for 24 years by the same family
  • Great running condition, with new parts recently fitted
  • Unique chrome sills enhancing the vehicle's appealing shape
  • Interior includes newly reupholstered seats

The Appeal 

The Volvo P1800S model, introduced in the 60s, was a game-changer for the Swedish automaker. Renowned for its stylish design and reliable mechanics, this vehicle redefined Volvo's image from practicality to elegance and sportiness.

This 1968 Volvo P1800S, carefully preserved and loved by the same family for 24 years, is a brilliant example of the model's enduring appeal. This rare find, with an advisory-free MOT, is ready to be enjoyed by a new driving enthusiast or restored to concourse condition by a passionate collector.
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The History and Paperwork

  • Current MOT with no advisories, valid until May 2024
  • The vehicle has been in the same family for the past 24 years
  • The car has had 7 previous owners
  • Receipts totalling roughly £6000 for work done since 1999
  • Incomplete service history, with some invoices and service book stamps present
  • The car has been garage-stored and driven only in dry conditions
  • An unleaded fuel conversion and front-end restoration among major works undertaken
  • Indicated mileage is 25,469, although this is not believed to be accurate due to possible odometer replacement

The Condition

  • Seats have been recently reupholstered and look brand new
  • Dash contains two cracks, a small one that could be fixed and a larger one
  • Some wiring under the dash hangs down and could be tidied
  • All dials are functioning
  • Bodywork is in good condition, with some light corrosion in the wheel wells
  • Welding has been done on key structural areas
  • Paintwork shows light scratches and minor imperfections
  • We note the rare chrome trims, which really accentuate the car

The Mechanics

  • 1,986 cc B20B/E/F I4 powerplant
  • 4-speed manual with overdrive please
  • The vehicle has been kept in good working order
  • New parts have been fitted recently
  • Major work like an unleaded fuel conversion has been carried out
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Auction Details

  • Year1968
  • MakeVolvo
  • ModelP1800
  • ColourDark green
  • Odometer25,469 Miles
  • Engine size1986cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownSouthport
  • CountyMerseyside
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

34 Bids

Roger C••••
Bid
£19,000
29/03/24
theresa••••
Bid
£19,000
28/03/24
warszaw••••
Bid
£18,750
28/03/24
Roger C••••
Bid
£18,500
28/03/24
warszaw••••
Bid
£18,250
28/03/24
Roger C••••
Bid
£18,000
28/03/24
Surreym••••
Bid
£17,500
28/03/24
warszaw••••
Bid
£17,000
28/03/24
Surreym••••
Bid
£16,500
28/03/24
warszaw••••
Bid
£15,500
28/03/24

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