Volvo, a Swedish brand renowned for its contributions towards automotive safety, is not immediately thought of as one to make a beautiful and memorable car. At least, that's what the majority believed. To prove them wrong, Volvo had other plans for its brand. They created a coupe that was among the most beautiful of all time, the P1800. To add to the bargain, Volvo didn't forget to make sure it owned a rich racing pedigree. The P1800 shone in official endurance races flaunting its sturdiness and reliability. So reliable that it occupies a space in the Guinness Book of Records. We bring you the wagon version of this prodigious car, the 1973 Volvo P 1800 ES. Production of this line ended in 1973, and the Volvo P 1800 ES wagon augustly marked the conclusion. This adorable wagon in our inventory is currently located in California, with just 96,000 miles on its clock.

Exterior and Interior

The 1973 Volvo P 1800 ES adopted the all-glass hatch as a styling cue from sporting hatchbacks. This gives a fun space in the boot for not only groceries but also kids and pets. Our subject 1973 Volvo P 1800 ES, is delicately draped in yellow paint, and according to its current owner, it benefits from a recent paint job. Its imposing black grille proudly sports the Volvo logo, and the 1800 ES emblem is displayed with Volvo lettering on the back. Adorned with chrome fittings all around, this 1973 Volvo P 1800 ES was reportedly refreshed in the mid-90s. The two-tone leather seats accommodate four adults, and the rear seats can be folded to make more room in the boot area. Its owner says that the interior is also furnished with carpets. You get a well-equipped dashboard embellished with wooden trim. The car also has a radio, climate controls, plenty of gauges, and a few flip switches for its functions.

Engine

Residing under the hood of this 1973 Volvo P 1800 ES is an in-line four-cylinder engine that is codenamed B20F. It featured a power output of 125hp when new and is mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel disc brakes were standard on all P 1800 ES models, which you can exploit however you please.