1961 Volvo P1800 B18 - Early UK-built example, fully restored, documented by Volvo Historical Archive
Please note: due to the available location options in the listing form, we were unable to select the exact location of the car. The vehicle is physically located at our showroom in Olsztyn, Poland.
Offered for sale is a very early Volvo P1800 from 1961 - one of the most iconic and collectible models in Volvo history.
This particular car was manufactured in the United Kingdom and exported to the United States on February 2nd, 1962. Its production, first registration and export history have been confirmed by documentation from the Volvo Historical Archive in Gothenburg, Sweden.
The car is finished in its original Volvo colour code 69 - white and is powered by the classic B18 inline-four petrol engine. The engine capacity is 1,778 cc and the output is 100 hp. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual gearbox, giving the car the authentic driving character expected from an early P1800.
This Volvo has undergone a comprehensive restoration covering virtually all key areas of the vehicle. The body was fully disassembled, sandblasted and protected against corrosion before being repainted in its original factory colour. The restoration also included the engine, front and rear suspension, braking system, electrical system and fuel system.
A particularly important detail is the quality and authenticity of the restoration. According to the expert documentation, approximately 90% of the parts used during the rebuild were original Volvo parts dedicated to the P1800 model. This makes the car especially interesting for collectors looking not only for visual appeal, but also for historical correctness and long-term value.
The Volvo P1800 is a car with a unique place in automotive history. Designed by Pelle Petterson, it became a symbol of Swedish elegance, durability and timeless design. Its international fame was further strengthened by its appearance as Simon Templar’s car in the cult TV series “The Saint”. Today, early P1800 examples remain among the most desirable classic Volvos worldwide.
This example comes with an expert report confirming the vehicle’s history, technical specification and restoration scope. The report also refers to the Volvo Historical Archive documentation confirming the car’s early production and export history.
Key details:

• Volvo P1800 B18
• Year of manufacture: 1961
• First registration / export to USA: February 2nd, 1962
• VIN / chassis number: 2496
• Engine number: 3015
• Original colour: Volvo 69 - white
• Engine: B18 inline-four petrol engine
• Capacity: 1,778 cc
• Power: 100 hp
• Gearbox: 4-speed manual
• Drivetrain: rear-wheel drive
• Body style: 2-door coupé
• Documented restoration
• Body fully disassembled, sandblasted and corrosion-protected
• Engine, suspension, brakes, electrical system and fuel system restored
• Approximately 90% original Volvo P1800 parts used during restoration
• Expert report available
• Volvo Historical Archive documentation available

This is not simply a restored classic car. It is an early, documented Volvo P1800 with verified history, strong provenance and a restoration focused on originality.
A highly attractive opportunity for collectors, Volvo enthusiasts and classic car buyers looking for an elegant, historically important and properly restored example of one of Sweden’s most celebrated sports coupés.
All information is based on the available expert documentation.

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