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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

Dario, Germany

I want to thank you for the good way my Ford Mustang was transfered. It all went well. I wish you all the best for the future and I will recommend you to others.
Coen, The Netherlands

Wonderful company and very hospitable! Very nice business and a must to watch!
Thijs, The Netherlands

All your cars are neatly presented done by your accurate and polite employees.
Oliver, The Netherlands

The delivery of the car went well. The car arrived safely and everything is in perfect order.
Marie, France

Thanks for making one of my dreams come through.
Frank, Germany

The MGB delivered by you has been approved and runs good. Thanks a lot for the great service.
Herbert, Germany

The money has arrived. Thanks for all the effort. Again, it was very pleasant to work with E&R.
Peter, Germany

With great joy i received the MG yesterday. Thanks and kind regards.
Eric, Switzerland

The car has arrived! She is magnificent !
Bert, The Netherlands

The 190SL turned out great! Thanks!
Klaus, Germany

Even weeks after I purchased the green TR4A IRS I'm still very satisfied. I only changed some small things, but the car was made TOP by ER Classics. Thanks again to you and your TEAM.
Frans, Netherlands

Thank you very much for selling my Austin Healey Sprite quickly. We were impressed by the extremely friendly and professional way in which we and the car were treated. To be repeated!
Leslie, Belgium

Thanks for the quick response to my question. I have received the documents in good order. I would also like to thank the company E&R classics and Mr Lars van Dongen for expertly guiding us in the purchase of the MG B. We were sufficiently informed on all our questions and were able to enjoy a beautiful test drive afterwards. Mr van Dongen also handled the administrative processing of the purchase perfectly.
Claus, Germany

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Eddy, Belgium

Thanks very much! Transport arrived on time.
Roel, The Netherlands

The car is certainly well presented and the video is also perfect, as you indicate it is now waiting for the right buyer.
Frans, Netherlands

Recently my young timer exchanged for an Aston Martin. The whole process has been very pleasant.
Sidney, The Netherlands

We had a nice afternoon in your showroom and drove home with a good feeling. Have a nice evening and who knows, see you soon.
Mickael, France

Hi Ernest, I have received my Triumph in good condition. She is beautiful and I am very satisfied. Thanks again for your sincerety and kindness.
Mr. Louit, United States

I wanted to let you know that the 2CV has arrived and is happy settling in its new home.