1965 Volvo P1800

A distinctive example of Volvo’s iconic P1800S, finished in Pearl White with a red leather interior and red carpets.

This is a Swedish-built P1800S, powered by a 1. 8-litre B18 engine that has been extensively rebuilt and tuned by TG Motor in Sweden. The work included numerous renewed components, a newly fabricated manifold and exhaust system, as well as fully electronic ignition. The engine is stated to produce over 180 bhp at the driven wheels at 5, 500 rpm, giving this P1800 considerably more performance than a standard example.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, making the car equally suited to enjoyable country-road driving and longer-distance touring.

The odometer currently displays 82, 440 km.

The car sits on 15-inch Minilite-style alloy wheels fitted with Nokian tyres. Inside, it retains a very period atmosphere with its red leather upholstery, wood-rim steering wheel, Smiths gauges and Blaupunkt radio.

The car has been carefully maintained by its previous owner and comes with supporting items including a manual and brochures. In the interest of transparency, there is a small mark in the paintwork and a small mark on the chrome, while the interior shows some light patina consistent with its age.

The car is located in the Netherlands and can be viewed by appointment.

Worldwide shipping can be arranged. We can assist with transport and export to destinations throughout Europe and overseas. As an indication, shipping to the US West Coast is approximately €2, 000. Final costs depend on destination, port, transport method and current shipping rates.

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The Volvo P1800S is one of the most recognisable European grand tourers of the 1960s, combining elegant coupé styling with straightforward and durable Volvo engineering.

This example adds another dimension to that formula. Its TG Motor-built 1. 8-litre engine transforms the character of the car, with a stated output of more than 180 bhp at the driven wheels. Combined with rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox with overdrive, it offers considerably stronger performance while retaining the classic mechanical character of the P1800S.

The Pearl White exterior and red leather interior are a particularly striking combination, while details such as the chrome trim, wood-rim steering wheel, Smiths instruments and Blaupunkt radio preserve the atmosphere of a genuine 1960s GT. The Minilite-style wheels give the car a slightly more purposeful stance without overwhelming its original design.

The P1800 also has an unusually strong cultural identity, famously becoming associated with The Saint, while its Swedish engineering and distinctive styling have helped make it one of Volvo’s most enduring classics.

For someone looking for a P1800 that can genuinely be enjoyed on the road rather than simply admired in a collection, this car offers a particularly appealing combination of classic design, usable overdrive transmission and significantly upgraded performance.