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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

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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!
Eric, The Netherlands
Due to an illness I had to sell my recently restored MGB. I want to thank the team from ER Classics for the correct way the sell went and will recommend your company to all of my acquantances in de world of classic cars.
David, Belgium
Thanks for the delivery and compliments to the seat manifacturer! On to the next!
Adriano, Luxembourg
The Stag has arrived well and I’m very happy he endured the tests. A thanks to the whole team.
Dirk, Germany
The car has arrived safely and so far i’m satisfied.
Trevor, New Zealand
I have just picked my car today and I am super happy with it. The car looks amazing even better than the photos.
Bernard, France
The Daimler was delivered at my place last night without problems.
Tomassi, Luxembourgh
Just a quick feed-back after my double purchase. I am very happy with both cars, they were delivered in excellent order, fully serviced, and run beautifully. The delivery was impeccable, and to make a long story short, I would recommend ERclassics to any old-timer enthusiast for strong commitment and quality of service.
Carl, Belgium
I received the car this morning. Thank you both for the help you gave with finding the right car and for taking me through the process of buying it. Thanks too, to your delivery driver for taking me through the controls this morning.
Mient, The Netherlands
My Volvo P1800E had already been very well restored; the still present points were done in a superb way in their own garage, thanks to the seller and the garage-boss.
Heinz, Austria
Late, but then again, I've received the Triumph on the 25th of April with full satisfaction. I want to really thank you all.
World Cancer Research Fund, the Netherlands
This way I wanted to personally thank you and your organization for the pleasant and successful cooperation regarding the MGB auction last December.
Lan, USA
Yesterday I well received the Saab 93 and Citroen DS19, both cars in great condition. The Saab 93 is a super fantastic car to have for my collection. I really love it. I would like to appreciate your help arrangements for both cars with many stuff in the Citroen trunk. Thank you again for everything and hope you have a good business.
Joseph, Malta
My friend went to pick up the car and its in the garage in my home in Malta. They told me its in mint condition and they are crazy about it.
Alain, France
I have received the MGB in good condition, as expected. Your supplier is very sympathatic.
DK Engineering, DK Engineering
Thank you for an excellent restoration to original specification.
Bert, The Netherlands
The 190SL turned out great! Thanks!
Francois, France
It has been a couple of years I bought my MGB at ERclassics. I was very satysfied with the service so I’ll contact you again.
Michael & Angela, Germany
We would like to thank again - especially your coworker Lard van Dongen, for the service we got delivered.We received a warm and great welcome.We would be glad to visit your showroom again.
Eddy, Belgium
Thanks very much! Transport arrived on time.