Found on Hagerty60 photos1970 Volvo P1800
Specifications
- Year
- 1970
- Make / Model
- Volvo P1800
- Engine
- Carbureted 2.0L B20 Inline-Four
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Exterior color
- Blue
- Interior color
- Black
Description
Introduced for the 1961 model year, the Volvo P1800 emerged as one of the most stylish and attainable grand touring cars of its era, blending Italian-influenced design with Volvo's reputation for durability and long-distance usability. By 1970, the P1800E represented a more refined evolution of the model, featuring fuel-injection, four-wheel disc brakes, and other mechanical improvements that further enhanced the car's sporting character. The platform's sporty character and lightweight construction have made it a popular canvas for custom builds.
Acquired by the seller in 2023, this 1970 Volvo P1800E was reportedly refurbished under previous ownership and is powered by a carburetor-converted 2.0-liter B20 inline-four from an earlier Volvo paired with a four-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive. Refinished in a Polestar-inspired Swedish Racing Green-style hue blue over a reupholstered black interior, the car is equipped with 18-inch TSW wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, aftermarket instrumentation, Patriot headers and custom exhaust, high-back bucket seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The engine reportedly underwent refurbishment under previous ownership at approximately 83,000 miles and received a tune-up and valve adjustment in 2025, as detailed below.
