1973 Volvo 1800ES 4-Speed Project

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Built for a mere two model years, the long-roof 1800ES is among the rarest Volvo models ever made. Equipped with a 2.0‑liter B20F inline‑four engine with Bosch fuel injection paired with either a manual or automatic transmission, the 1800ES two-door shooting brake provided spirited performance with a dose of practicality via its all-glass rear liftgate and spacious cargo area. Production of the 1800ES ended in 1973, concluding the 1800 line after more than a decade.

Finished in yellow paint, this final-year 1973 1800ES features a 4-speed manual gearbox with electronic overdrive, and it was acquired by the seller in non-running, “barn find” condition. After replacing various fuel-system components, the seller reportedly got the fuel-injected 2.0L inline-four engine to run and states that the vehicle moves and stops under its own power. Additionally, the seller has replaced the tires, rear hatch struts, and engine oil.

This 1973 Volvo 1800ES project is now offered at no reserve with owner’s manuals, spare parts, and a clean New Mexico title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• 1 of approximately 8,000 two-door wagons produced between 1972-1973

• Presented by the seller as a recent “barn find” project

• Finished in yellow paint with black leather upholstery

• 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive

Factory Equipment

• 2.0L inline-four engine

• Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection

• 4-speed manual transmission

• Laycock de Normanville electronic overdrive

• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes

• 15” steel wheels

• Smith’s instrumentation

• Folding rear bench seat

Servicing & Documentation

• The following items are said to have been replaced under current ownership:

• Fuel tank (cleaned, not replaced)

• Fuel pump

• Fuel filter

• Fuel lines

• Oil and filter

• Rear glass struts

• Tires

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections as seen in the photo gallery

• From the seller:

  • “Previous owner did some minor body repairs, see primered areas”

  • “Bottom seat cushions have tears”

  • “Cracks in dashboard”

  • “Needs door seals”

Included Items

• Owner’s manuals

• Spare parts

Additional Information

From the seller, "The car seems to have lived in the dry New Mexico climate most of its life."

The clean New Mexico title lists "ODO - Not Actual" under the brands section.