1972 Volvo 1800E For Sale
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Vivek Nayyar
Published: April 15th, 2025
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This 1972 Volvo 1800E with 153,000 miles is a nearly rust-free, all-original survivor—perfect for Volvo enthusiasts eager to preserve a classic gem.
Location: Lexington Park, Maryland/USA
Price: $16,000
Contact: (831) 601-2313
Key Details
- Make/Model: Volvo 1800E
- Mileage: 153,000 miles
- Transmission: 3-speed Borg Warner automatic
- Title: Clean
Condition
- All original, runs well, starts/stops/idles perfectly
- Paint original, buffs/shines well, no dead spots
- Chrome in superb condition, minimal dings on one door guard
- Floors rust-free, no evidence of prior body work
- Interior seats, cushions, door cards perfect, no rips/tears
- Carpet and headliner original, no tears or sags
- Smokeless engine, no white/dark smoke
Known Issues
- Rust bubbles in left front headlight bucket and wheel arches
- Rear window seals show sun exposure (still seal properly)
- Suspension feels dated
- Oil temp gauge inoperative (new sending unit included)
- Gas gauge fluctuates (new tank/sending unit included)
- Right rear wheel slightly wobbly at speed (possibly rotor)
- Windshield wiper motor knob missing (wipers functional)
Performance Highlights
- 4-cylinder fuel-injected engine
- Air conditioning (untested, belt missing but parts present)
Upgrades & Features
- New fuel injectors, fuel pump, filter, oil/filter
- Front windshield replaced with new rubber gasket (spare gasket included)
- Four disc brakes, no leaks, e-brake works
- Original wheels with chrome beauty rings, spare tire
- Sound system with cassette deck, Jensen speakers (new 6x9s available separately)
- New rotors, gas tank, sending unit, suspension bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, sway bar bushings, tranny mount bushings (all uninstalled, included)
Additional Information
- Over 100 detailed pics on Google Drive
- Complete receipts for injector, pump, filter work
- Ran poorly once due to sediment (fixed, new tank included)
- Selling due to job uncertainty (government position under review)
- Plans for engine upgrades, rust repair, interior/paint changes, Apple CarPlay canceled
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