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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

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.
Martin, Holland
Again my compliments for the special quick sale of my Volvo 544. Thanks to the professionality of the employees of ER Classics and the beautiful photoreport and video they made, this sale was realised.
Lan, USA
The Lancia Aurelia B21 arrived to Long Beach and been waiting for US Custom inspection and release soon. This is the second cars bought from your Company and overseas as well. Those cars need to much from your help. Taking this opportunity, I would like to thank you for your constructive cooperation and looking forward to having many more fruitful relationship business together in future.
Umberto, Belgium
I am satisfied from start to finish, I hope that I am very lucky with the car.
Daniel and Nicole, Belgium
Today, the MGB has arrived in good order at his new home. We want to thank you again for the warm welcomes and the great service. Thanks for helping making my dreams come true.
Wim, the Netherlands
I just wanted to thank you for the perfect delivery of the 2 + 2, the transporter is the perfect representation for your organization. Julian did a perfect delivery, my compliments!! For me, the E-type is a "means to" a journey of discovery, discovering the technology behind this American Jag and meeting people during this journey.
Christian, France
Thank you for that. Very satisfied with your service, the impeccable car ... and your friendliness. I can only recommend ER Classics.
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.
Klaus, Germany
All went well. 1 hour after delivery the car had his registration number. everyone who I showed my dream was excited, thanks again.
Patrick, Germany
Many thanks for the superior service and for sending me the book.
Michel, France
The delivery of the Triumph TR4 went perfectly. Thank you.
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.
Thomas, Germany
Thanks again for the beautiful car.
Didier, France
We have received the car very well on tuesday 19 July, it is great.
George, Hungary
Just received the car last evening… In simple words, JUST LOVE IT! Thank you so much, if I ever buy an other car, your company will be definitely my first option.
Mary & Rene, The Netherlands
The TR is doing well. Thanks again for your services.
Claus, Germany
Many thanks, communication with you is just perfect !
Jean-Michel, France
On the 26th of December I bought a 1965 Triumph spitfire MK 1. We are very satisfied with purchase and did not experience any problems with the car.
Paul, the Netherlands
I picked up the car today. I had not yet driven on the highway, but I really enjoyed it. The overdrive is also perfect. With my previous MGs I have driven 2x 10 years; I also expect to enjoy this car for a very long time.
Christian, Germany
The car arrived well, everything is perfect. I was able to register the car with the papers immediately, everything worked really well! Thanks again!