1970 Volvo 1800E

Description

Volvo's P1800 sports coupe debuted in 1961, with styling penned by Pelle Petterson while he was working at the Italian design house Frua. The model became the 1800S after production moved to Volvo's Gothenburg factory and was updated with the 2.0L B20 engine for 1969. The 1800E followed for 1970 with the B20E engine, which used Bosch D-Jetronic electronic fuel injection and was rated at 130 horsepower and 130 lb-ft. of torque. Additional 1970 updates included four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes, an M410 four-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive, flow-through ventilation, revised instrumentation, and wider 15" wheels.

This 1800E is finished in Dark Green over tan upholstery and is powered by the fuel-injected B20E inline-four paired with the M410 four-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive.

Work completed under prior ownership includes a suspension refresh with Bilstein shocks, as well as replacement of the clutch, rear main seal, brake master cylinder, fuel injectors, ignition components, and weatherstripping. The driveshaft center bearing was serviced and the valve cover gasket replaced in 2025. In preparation for the sale, the seller reports installation of a stainless-steel exhaust system, recovering of the front and rear seats, and replacement of the interior panels and radiator expansion tank.

Modifications include electronic ignition, LED lighting, a stainless steel exhaust system, a rear anti-roll bar, and an Audioline head unit.

This 1970 Volvo 1800E is now offered in Indiana on behalf of the current owner with a tool kit, scissor jack, service invoices ,and a clean Michigan title.

Highlights

• Finished in Dark Green over tan upholstery

• Fuel-injected 2.0L B20E inline-four

• M410 four-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive

Factory Equipment

• Bosch D-Jetronic electronic fuel injection

• Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes

• Dual-circuit braking system

• Front anti-roll bar

• 15" alloy wheels with trim rings

• Reclining front bucket seats with headrests

• Folding rear seat

• Rear window defroster

• Wood-grain dashboard trim

• Smiths instrumentation

Modifications

• Audioline head unit

• Electronic ignition

• LED lighting

• Stainless steel exhaust system

• Rear anti-roll bar

Servicing

Engine compression test results are available in the gallery. According to the current owner and the accompanying invoices, the following work has been completed (see Additional Documents below):

• 2026:

  • Stainless-steel exhaust system installed

  • Front and rear seats recovered

  • Door, cowl side, rear side, C-pillar, and wheel house panels replaced

  • Headrest covers replaced and interior vinyl dyed

  • Radiator expansion tank and stone guard mounting hardware replaced

  • Driveshaft bellows replaced

• December 2025:

  • Driveshaft center bearing cage, spring, and washer replaced; U-joints inspected

  • Valve cover gasket replaced

  • Loose left rear track rod bolt secured

• May 2024: Engine oil and filter, coolant, brake fluid, transmission, steering box, and rear axle fluids replaced; spare tire inner tube replaced

• October 2023: Goodyear Assurance All-Season 185/65R15 tires mounted and balanced

• 2019: Fuel pump and fuel filter replaced

• October 2017:

  • Electronic ignition installed in the distributor and timing set

  • Engine oil and filter changed

  • Cooling system and brake fluid flushed

• 2010:

  • Suspension refresh including springs, Bilstein shocks, ball joints, control arm bushings, drag links, and front and rear anti-roll bars

  • Clutch kit, clutch cable, pilot bearing, and rear main seal replaced

  • Brake master cylinder replaced

  • Fuel injectors, injection water temperature sender, and oil pressure hose replaced

  • Ignition tune-up including spark plug wires, points, condenser, distributor cap, rotor, spark plugs, and ignition coil

  • Fuel injection, auxiliary air, heater, and radiator hoses replaced

  • Door, hood, trunk, quarter window, headlight, and taillight seals and gaskets replaced, along with door check straps and window scrapers

  • Exterior mirror, nose badge, trunk lettering, grille surround, drip rail trim, and stainless wheel trim rings replaced

Known Imperfections

• Detailed images showing the vehicle's condition can be found in the photo gallery

Ownership History

The current owner acquired this 1800E in 2026.

Included Items

• Stock tool kit, scissor jack, and spare

• Service invoices