Volvo 1800
Famed as Roger Moore's ride in 'The Saint', the Volvo 1800 blends Italian design with durable Swedish engineering. Its distinctive looks, from the original coupe to the iconic 1800ES shooting brake's all-glass hatch, make it a sought-after and approachable classic grand tourer.
Find one with Spotter →Volvo 1800 sold for a median of $24,125 over the last 12 months, based on 66 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $14,813 and $30,688. 291 currently for sale.
The Volvo 1800 series is a stylish grand tourer that blended Italian design with Swedish engineering. Penned by Pelle Petterson at Frua, the car gained international fame as Roger Moore's ride in the TV series 'The Saint'. Early cars were built by Jensen in the UK, but production moved to Sweden in 1963, creating the 1800S. Later variants introduced fuel injection with the 1800E and the iconic all-glass hatch of the 1800ES shooting brake.
Collectors appreciate the 1800 for its distinctive looks, robust B18 and B20 engines, and surprising durability. The legend of Irv Gordon's 3-million-mile 1800S proves the car's mechanical toughness, a key factor in its appeal. The 1800ES is particularly desirable for its unique style and added utility, often commanding a premium over the coupe.
The market for the 1800 is quite broad, with an average sale price around $24,000. While project cars can be found for a few thousand dollars, top-tier restored examples, especially early Jensen-built cars or pristine ES models, can fetch over $100,000. It remains a relatively accessible entry point into classic European GT ownership.
Buying Tips
- Rust is the number one issue. Check the rocker panels, floor pans, front and rear valances, and the 'eyebrows' over the headlights.
- On 1800E and ES models, the Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection system can be expensive to diagnose and repair if key components fail.
- Test the Laycock de Normanville electric overdrive unit. It should engage and disengage smoothly in top gear.
- Exterior chrome and interior trim pieces are difficult to source and can be very expensive, so check for completeness and condition.
Prices for the Volvo 1800 range from as little as $545 for projects to $110,000 for concours-quality examples.
1,090 Volvo 1800 vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 291 currently live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Volvo 1800 cost?
Over the last 12 months, Volvo 1800 sold for a median of $24,125 across 66 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $14,813 and $30,688. There are 291 currently for sale.
How many Volvo 1800 listings are for sale right now?
There are 291 Volvo 1800 listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.