1967 Volvo P1800S – 4-sp. manual w/ OD

Model History

Early production attempts of the P1800 started in 1957, Volvo hoped the Karmann group would take on building it but Volkwagen stepped in to prevent this from happening. Compare the lines of the 1800 to the one you’re thinking about and you can see why they were a bit protective. Volvo would eventually reach an agreement with Jensen Motors who needed to fill some production lines, and so the Swedish born P1800 first came to life partly in the U.K. as a 1961 model. Production would eventually move back to Sweden in 1963 and pick up the “S” designation, though not for the more typical “sport” or “special” denotation but rather for ‘Sverige’ (Sweden).

Over the next 10 years, the 1800 would go through a few more changes and lettered designations, and there was even a two-year run of station wagon (ES) version. In 1973, production of this iconic glassed-back sports-coupe-wagon ended for the 1800…with about 48000 examples hitting the roads. Lucky for us Volvo appreciated the nostalgic all-glass back-end and recreated it with the building of the C30 in 2007. The P1800 is arguably the sexiest Volvo ever made. Roger Moore said one of his all-time favorites was the 1800…we agree whole-heartedly.  Unfortunately though for us, values on these are on the rise and we’re not sure where they will land.

Car History

Second Daily Auctions is proud to present this well sorted rust-free P1800S powered by an ample 1.8L single-carb 4-cylinder. Service history for this Volvo dates back to March 1967. More recent work includes new audio equipment, new carpet, new spark plugs and wires. The original owner’s manual will convey. This P1800S is being sold with a clean clear Oregon title. Shipping quotes are available upon request.

Exterior

Outside the respray paint shows well in original red #46 (color plate stamped in engine bay). At some point, the front bumper was replaced with what appears to be a Jensen-style bull bar and changed out grill. The original wheels have been replaced with 8-spoke Panasports. All of the panel gaps appear to be consistent and normal. The light lenses show no signs of cracks or fading.

Interior

Inside this P1800, the interior presents very clean and quite original save the newly added Kenwood stereo. No stains, fading, or cracking are present. No smells are reported. The new carpet kit was installed just recently. The gauges are all clear. The seats, headliner and door upholstery have no apologies that can be seen or reported.

Maintenance

The following is a sample accounting of the service history, if you would like more information please let us know as we didn’t want to take up miles of screen real estate on this one:

03/13/1967: 3,040 Miles (Southwestern Motors – San Diego, CA)
– 3,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
05/01/1967: 5,088 Miles (Westcott Motors – San Diego, CA)
– 6,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
– Adjust clutch pedal (free-play at operating fork)
– Adjust brakes
– Check and adjust fan belt
06/20/1967: 9,403 Miles (Westcott Motors – San Diego, CA)
– 9,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
08/01/1967: 11,780 Miles (Westcott Motors – San Diego, CA)
– 12,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
– Adjust clutch pedal (free-play at operating fork)
– Adjust brakes
– Check and adjust fan belt
– Replace air cleaners
– Adjust valves
– Clean filter in oil cap
– Clean crankcase ventilation
– Check and adjust dwell and timing
– Clean fuel pump bowl
– Check and adjust camber, caster and toe-in

10/11/1967: 20,329 Miles (John Copeland Motor)
– 21,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
12/15/1967: 23,883 Miles (John Copeland Motor)
– 24,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
– Adjust clutch pedal (free-play at operating fork)
– Adjust brakes
– Check and adjust fan belt
– Replace air cleaners
– Adjust valves
– Clean filter in oil cap
– Clean crankcase ventilation, replace valve
– Check and adjust dwell and timing
– Clean fuel pump bowl
– Change oil in transmission and differential (when overdrive: clean oil strainer in sam).
– Repack front wheel bearings – reverse pads
– Check and adjust camber, caster and toe-in
07/31/1968: 35,031 Miles (John Copeland Motor)
– 36,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
– Adjust clutch pedal (free-play at operating fork)
– Adjust brakes
– Check and adjust fan belt
– Replace air cleaners
– Adjust valves
– Clean filter in oil cap
– Clean crankcase ventilation
– Check and adjust dwell and timing
– Clean fuel pump bowl
– Check and adjust camber, caster and toe-in
04/16/1969: 49,928 Miles (Westcott Motors – National City, CA)
– 48,000 mile service performed
– Oil and filter changed
– All round lubrication
– Adjust clutch pedal (free-play at operating fork)
– Adjust brakes
– Check and adjust fan belt
– Replace air cleaners
– Adjust valves
– Clean filter in oil cap
– Clean crankcase ventilation, replace valve
– Check and adjust dwell and timing
– Clean fuel pump bowl
– Change oil in transmission and differential (when overdrive: clean oil strainer in sam).
– Repack front wheel bearings – reverse pads
– Check and adjust camber, caster and toe-in

09/15/1983:
– Pistons replaced
– Bearings replaced
– New timing gears polished
– Resurfaced lifters
– All gaskets replaced
– Clutch pressure plate replaced
– Throwout bearings replaced
04/06/1984: (Volvo Dealership – Seattle, WA)
– Vehicle serviced
04/11/1984: (Volvo Dealership – Seattle, WA)
– Vehicle serviced
04/20/1984: 55,965 Miles (Bethel Garage – Port Orchard, WA)
– Rear brakes replaced
– Rear end serviced
– Valves adjusted
02/26/1987: (Midnight Auto Supply – Gig Harbor, WA)
– Oil and filter changed
04/22/1987: (Midnight Auto Supply – Gig Harbor, WA)
– Fuse
– Belt replaced
08/11/1988: (iPd – Portland, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
08/09/1988: (AABCO Carburetors – Bellevue, WA)
– Carburetor reset
06/13/1989: (Unocal – Washington)
– Engine rebuild
05/24/1996: (Volvo Dealership – Gladstone, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
03/27/1997: (Discount Import Parts – Beaverton, OR)
– Front brake pads replaced
– Clutch kit
03/27/1997: (NAPA Auto Parts – Beaverton, OR)
– Brake lights replaced
03/31/1997: (Discount Import Parts – Beaverton, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
03/31/1997: (Mikes Auto Parts – Oregon)
– Brake hose replaced
04/17/1997: (Jim Fisher Volvo Dealership – Portland, OR)
– Brake cable replaced
04/21/1997: (Baxter Auto Parts – Beaverton, OR)
– Oil and filter changed
04/21/1997: (Baxter Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
07/15/1997: (Baxter Auto Parts – Beaverton, OR)
– Gasket replaced
05/16/1998: (iPd – Portland, OR)
– P1800 book
06/03/1999: (Peter’s Auto Works – Tigard, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
06/09/1999: (Peter’s Auto Works – Tigard, OR)
– Bushings replaced
08/31/2009: (DMV – Tigard, OR)
– Registration issued or renewed
06/12/2009: (Automotive Drivetrain – Tigard, OR)
– Bearings
– Seals
– Shims
– Small parts kit
06/18/2009: (Donald Thibault)
– Red carpet kit
06/29/2009: (Mac’s Radiator – Portland, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
07/10/2009: (iPd – Portland, OR)
– Rear brakes replaced
– Rear trunk seal replaced
07/17/2009: (Automotive Drivetrain – Tigard, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
08/20/2009: (VP Autoparts)
– Wheel arch upholstery left, black
– Wheel arch upholstery right, black
– Rear side panel left, black
– Rear side panel right, black
– C/D post panel left, black
– C/D post panel right, black
– Lens interior light
– Pirelli elastic rubber strap
08/31/2011: (DMV – Tigard, OR)
– Registration issued or renewed
08/22/2014: (Stereo King – Portland, OR)
– Kenwood stereo installed
08/25/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Oil and filter changed
– Valve cover gasket replaced
– Brake light switch replaced
08/26/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Vehicle serviced
08/26/2014: (Parts Geek)
– Tie rod ends
08/27/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– PCV valve
08/28/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Horn replaced
08/29/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Carburetor replaced
– Shifter boot
– Vehicle serviced
09/03/2014: (Stereo King – Portland, OR)
– Speakers installed
09/08/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Fuel pump
09/09/2014: (eBay)
– Sway bar
– Front volvo emblem
– Dust boot
09/09/2014: (Vintage Import Parts – Point Roberts, WA)
– Gas peddle
09/15/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– License fastener
09/16/2014: (Swedish Treasures)
– Windshield seal
– Rear window seal
– Vent window rubber seals
– Side rear window seals
– Door window seals
– Interior lens lights
09/23/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Brake peddle pad
– Vehicle serviced
09/24/2014: (Swedish Treasures)
– Door window rubber outer scraper seal
10/01/2014: (CarQuest Auto Parts – Portland, OR)
– Wiper blades replaced
12/05/2017: 55,681 Miles (Portland, OR)
– Speakers installed
– Carpet kit installed
12/14/2017: 55,694 Miles (Wood Village, OR)
– Spark plugs and wires replaced

Estimated Value

As with many of the cars we feature, proper valuing is difficult given the low production volume and the rarity of examples going to market, compounded by the wide-range of examples and conditions you may find. Currently expect to pay at least $14000 for a decent example, and well over $20000 for those in better condition. Hagerty valuations put concours level examples near $40,000.

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