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1973 Volvo 1800es Wagon on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:44455

Location:

Petaluma, California, United States

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I am selling my 1973 Volvo 1800ES. The vehicle is in excellent condition! Selling to finance a project car. Volvo 1800 history is extraordinary and worth the additional research. This particular model was only manufactured for the 1972 and 1973 model years and only about 8,077 1800 ES's were produced, making this a very rare vehicle. I am the second owner of this lifelong California car. Adding to its rarity and value, this ES only has 44,455 original miles and the vehicle is in excellent condition. This vehicle has been kept garaged its entire life, and the car was not driven by the original owner for over 20 years, hence the low mileage. The original paint is also in excellent condition, showing only minor stress marks, very minor blemishes and very small dime-sized or smaller dents. In photos, I've tried to show the very minor rust spots along some of the trim and the rails. A 4 in. x 4 in. dent in the right-front quarter panel was the only damage to this car and has since been pulled out and re-painted to match. I will include extra parts, to include some of the original parts that were removed and replaced with new OEM parts. As a bonus, I am including brand new, still in the original 40+ year-old packaging, driver-side and passenger-side Volvo floor mats to match the original color carpeted floor. I will include automotive ramps in this sale as well.

Also worth a mention, I am including the original leather luggage straps. These are almost impossible to find and I've never seen them offered in new original condition. I've kept the straps in the original packaging and have not opened it. Included is the original owners manual, dealer brochures and other paperwork. The Volvo 1800ES Service Manual, included, is required for any serious collector/DIY'er. I've listed additional information, improvements and repairs I've made, statistical information about the car and any current issues below. To respect the history and integrity of this vehicle, I've endeavored to keep everything original as possible, unless drivability or safety was a factor. A couple minor improvements were aesthetic but used OEM parts (exception is the fuel pump, as noted below). Registration is up to date through 2015.

Vehicle Specifications:

Engine - B20F - 4-Cylinder Bosch fuel injected, water cooled. 112 horse-power at max output 6,000 RPM.

Transmission/Gearbox - M41 4-speed synchromesh manual transmission with Overdrive; Diaphram spring clutch

Fuel Tank - Capacity 11.9 gallons unleaded (good with 91 octane as intended by Volvo)

Gauges - Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Tripmeter, Coolant Temp, Oil Temp (not working), Oil Pressure, Fuel Guage, Clock (not working), Lighting Controls, Hazard Warning, Warning Lights for charging, high-beams, turn indicators, overdrive, hand-brake (aka E-brake), brake failure warning, ignition key warning, fasten seat-belt warning, heater controls.

Wheels - Pressed steel wheels 15" and 195/65 R15 91H rated tires (stock tire dimensions 185/70 R15)

Body - Integrated all-welded steel. Rust-proofed and undercoated. Reinforced doors and energy-absorbing bumpers front and rear (was a mentionable feature at the time).

Brakes - 4-wheel disc brakes, featuring a dual-circuit, power assisted brake system. Each circuit operates on both front wheels and one each of the rear wheels.

Other - Three point belts up front, lap belts in rear, laminated windshield with factory tinted glass, windshield wipers and pumped washer fluid, thermostat controlled heating system with two-stage blower, lockable storage compartment between front seats, day/night rearview mirror, passenger grab handle, head restraints, electrically heated rear window/defrost, towing points front and rear, luggage straps (As you can see, most of this equipment is expected in today's vehicles, but Volvo was ahead of its time in many ways, notably in the area of safety).

Stereo - Original Volvo stereo upgraded Blaupunkt when purchased new. I have the original Blaupunkt Car Radio Owners Manual and will include with sale (Note: The front speakers are not working properly and are either blown or deteriorated. I replaced the rear speakers which work fine and I've retained the original speaker covers as shown in photos). The Antenna is automatic, and controlled by a knob on the dashboard.

Improvements/Replaced:

Fuel System - Replaced fuel tank, fuel sending unit, gasket and screws to OE spec. New fuel hoses, clamps, injectors, filler neck hose and gaskets.

Rubber protectors for D-Jet Bosch Injectors

Oil filler cap hose to air induction

Oil Pressure Sender

Fan and timing belt

Rubber tailgate spacers under and outer glass strut

Battery, terminal protectors and cable connector

All fluids drained and changed (engine oil and filter, transmission fluid, steering fluid, rear differential fluid, radiator fluid, brake fluid (bled twice), magnetic oil drain plug)

Radiator hoses and clamps

Bosch Coil; Petronix System (removed points/condensor but have extra if you want to switch back. Also have the original coil which should still work)

Oil Trap Hose

Oil Pressure Hose

Gravel Protectors for rear fender (left and right)

Brake and clutch pedal pads

Fuel Pressure Regulator for D-Jet

Front and rear brake hoses

Cold start valve for D-Jet (used)

4 new tires

Radiator cap

Expansion cap

Thermostat and new heater hoses

Plugs, wires, cap and rotor

Coolant temp sensor

Fuel Pump - MSD-2225 Rotary Vane electronic fuel pump

Suspension - left and right tie rods, spacers, bushings, endlinks, center steering rod bushings and links

Speedometer cable

Air Temperature Sensor

Air filter

Hood Insulation and new hood seal

Defroster Hoses

Clutch spring

Fuel Door Seal

Rebuilt steering box

Right and Left Axle Limiting Straps

Valve Cover gasket (extra gaskets included in sale) - I had the original valve cover chromed as shown in photos and added the valve cover hold down kit (have the original screws if you want to switch back).

New belts

Issues:

Driver's side door handle is broken. I have the flange and new clips.

Speedometer/Odometer gauge is not working. I have no more than 100 miles on the not working gauge. I've replaced the speedo cable and cleaned and checked the gears to the cable. All seems to be operating fine, but it may need a new pin. I sent the gauge out to Nisonger in NY for a complete once over and refurbish. I may have this issue fixed before sale, but this will otherwise be an 'as is' item for the new owner.

Muffler is rusted through, which is expected of a 40-year old "super" vehicle. Undercarriage otherwise looks fantastic. As a side note, I have never taken the vehicle out when wet or raining, the entire time I've owned it.

As seller, I've made every effort to describe this vehicle as accurately as possible in its current condition. It is not feasible to mention every minor detail of the vehicle in this post. However, I will provide any additional information and I encourage prospective buyers to ask any additional questions.

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