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I'm thinking of a P1800. 'E' or 'S'? Any comments? Does anyone have any idea what they're like to live with and use everyday (I have a couple of classics, but they're weekend toys)? I'm out of garage space, so it'll live in the drive, but If I take the plunge, will get it 'before'n' aftered' with waxoil.
Rgds,
Andy
Rgds,
Andy
I`m almost certain C&SC did a buyers guide last year. If I recall correctly, the rust-prone bodywork is very expensive to repair properly but mechanicals are as robust as a Volvo should be. I think the highest recorded mileage (over a million) is on a P1800.....
I`d be happy to look out my copy of the mag and send you the article, and for what it`s worth, I think an ES in met-blue is the one to go for...
I`d be happy to look out my copy of the mag and send you the article, and for what it`s worth, I think an ES in met-blue is the one to go for...
I imagine that they are a very practical classic and one that would stand everyday use if rustproofed.
Personally i really like the looks too. What has always deterred me is that almost every road test I've read, including in-period, paints them as somewhat boring and sedate to drive.
Still I suppose a few tweaks would be available nowadays.
Personally i really like the looks too. What has always deterred me is that almost every road test I've read, including in-period, paints them as somewhat boring and sedate to drive.
Still I suppose a few tweaks would be available nowadays.
My Ex wife ran an 1800ES for a couple of years, they are bit of an odd mix with the seats very low to the floor and feel very sporty to sit in, however they drive more like a volvo saloon! The ES is electronic fuel injected, the ECU is the size of a paving slab! and uses a second set of points in the distributor to synchronize the injectors. We found it to be very reliable, it lived outside and never let us down, however be aware the fuel hoses onto the injectors are not removable and perish, its an expensive job replacing them but well worth while for peace of mind. If you want a charming 'old car' to run around, I'd highly recomend the experience, however its no sports car in my opinion!!
Mark
Mark
Had an 1800S in the mid-90s and ran it everyday for 2 years without any bother at all. All that ever needed replacing was an exhaust and it was serviced at either a main dealer where I used to live in Essex or an independant place where I worked in Walthamstow.
Beautiful cars, plus so damn reliable. The only reason I sold it was to go and live in Israel for a year and take some time out doing summat different. Wish I'd just kept it in the garage to be truthful.
Steering was a little on the heavy side when parking was the only critism, but you don't really think too much about that to be honest. You'll love just looking at it too and just enjoying the styling.
If you can get one at the right price, go for it, you won't regret it.
Beautiful cars, plus so damn reliable. The only reason I sold it was to go and live in Israel for a year and take some time out doing summat different. Wish I'd just kept it in the garage to be truthful.
Steering was a little on the heavy side when parking was the only critism, but you don't really think too much about that to be honest. You'll love just looking at it too and just enjoying the styling.
If you can get one at the right price, go for it, you won't regret it.
Carbon-Me1 said:
Well a guy called Irv Gordon holds the record for the most distance travelled in his car. The record was 2.5 million miles and it was all done in a Volvo P1800. So i would guess to use everyday they're quite alrite!
Good write up about it on the back page of last months Octane magGassing Station | Classic Cars and Yesterday's Heroes | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff