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Volvo 1800ES

The Volvo 1800ES is a sports car from Volvo Cars. It's the successor of the P1800E.
The last model came in 1972, the 1800ES, a coupé station wagon with an all-glass tailgate, sometimes described as a shooting-brake.

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The final design was chosen after two prototypes had been built by Sergio Coggiola and Pietro Frua. Frua's very unusual looking proto-type, Raketen, currently resides in the Volvo Museum. Both Italian prototypes were considered too futuristic, and instead in-house designer Jan Wilsgaard's proposal was accepted. The ES engine was downgraded to 125 bhp by reducing the compression ratio with a thicker head gasket; although maximum power was slightly reduced, the engine was less "peaky" and the car's on-the-road performance was actually improved.

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The ES's rear backrest was folded down to create a long flat loading area. As an alternative to the usual four-speed plus overdrive manual transmission, the 1800ES had a Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission. With stricter US safety and emissions standards looming for 1974, Volvo wasn't able to spend the considerable amount that would be necessary to re-design the 1800 ES. Only 8077 cars of the ES were built in its two model years.

Volvo 1800ES

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What are the advantages of buying a Volvo 1800ES car at ER Classics?
- A great assortment of classic cars for sale
- All cars are carefully checked by the mechanics in our own workshop
- MOT, welding and interior proceedings for your Volvo 1800ES car
- Our specialised oldtimer mechanics can take care of all proceedings
- We can take care of repairs, maintenance as well as customised needs
- Complete restauration of your Volvo 1800ES car
- We can deliver your classic car to any European country

Naoki, Japan
Autobianchi from you has arrived safely.
Jasper, The Netherlands
It’s good to know the S-type sold that quick! I didn’t expect this to happen and I guess you did neither. I experienced your service as very joyful and correct. Thanks !
Winfried, Germany
Everything went well and the giulia has taken its place in the garage. Thanks for the good service and the nice contact! Many greetings from the Eifel.
Sylvain, France
I received the vehicle well this afternoon. All went well. The supplier was very kind and professional. Thanks for everything.
Guy, France
We received the car on wednesday, and are very happy with it. Everything is ok and hopefully we will enjoy driving the countryside with our new car!
Michel, France
I am already a customer at home having bought last year a MG TF which I am very happy with.I am organizing a mini rally for 6 Oldtimers of friends to visit the Tulips in Keukenhof around April 20, 2019. I have Imagine stopping at home in the morning for a visit (if possible guided) in French.It will be possible.We have of course all the time to define the date and the organization.My friendships.
Patrick, Germany
Many thanks for the superior service and for sending me the book.
Robert & Sabine, Germany
We were very impressed with the quality and the selection in your home. You are also a very competent conversation partner in memory.
Joachim, Austria
I chose to pick up my MGB GT and drove it all the way back to Austria without any troubles. A big thank you to the whole team for making everything so easy. I can definitely recommend ER-Classics!
Stefan, Belgium
I was at your company lately and it was a pleasant acquaintance. The sellers were very kind.
Jean-Francois, Belgium
A little note to let you know that we finally could drive our Studebaker Hawk GT after a rigorous winter and all went well: The car start, drives, brakes, has a good roadability and is pleasant to drive. So I'm still very satisfied with my purchase and your service and I will come again to look at the american cars in your showroom! Now I'm going to improve this car according to the original 1963 model.
Sean, UK
The truck arrived yesterday. Thanks, she is great.
Toke, Hungary
I just want to let you know that I´m really satisfied with my new Citroen! It was a great pleasure doing business with you.
Dominique , France
It was with great pleasure that I received the Jaguar. It fully meets my expectations and is in very good condition.
Eugene, France
The delivery went very well. The supplier was on time and handed me the necessary papers. Thanks.
Fernanda, Italy
I am very happy to inform you that the Isetta was delivered yesterday afternoon. It was a great pleasure doing business with you and if I ever will be looking for a "new" old classic car again, I know where to go first.
John and Carol, Romania
We drove 1600 km's to get back in Romania, the car performed very well.
Thomas, Italy
The MGA arrived this morning... Thank you so much!!!
Bruno, France
I bought a MGB 71 a few months ago, it was my first classic car. First I was only driving short distances, but now I drive the MGB every week and use it for long distances too. Thanks!
Frank, Belgium
For several months we own our MG and I have to say I have never regret this purchase for one second. The last few weeks we have enjoyed our Maggy very much. Yes we gave the car a name with a m and g in it.