£12,012
1973 Volvo 1800 ES
Historics • UK • 19 Jul 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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£12,012
1973 Volvo 1800 ES
UK • 19 Jul 2025 • Lot 153
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1973 Volvo 1800 ES is a collector's piece, known for its iconic design and practicality. Restored in 2016 and accompanied by a comprehensive history file, this low-ownership vehicle has been serviced regularly and well-maintained, making it a desirable find for enthusiasts.
Condition
8
The car was restored in 2016, including bodywork renovations and a repaint in its original color scheme. The Volvo Enthusiasts Club described it as 'probably one of, or the best 1800 ES in the UK'. It has been serviced regularly and garaged. However, the odometer shows 66,702 miles, and the listing mentions a faulty power unit being fitted from the factory, and the mileage from the first five years documented in the accompanying history file.
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66,702 miles
7431
1973
Auction
Manual
RJH 673M
United Kingdom
£12,012
1973 Volvo 1800 ES
Historics • UK • 19 Jul 2025
Market Position:
Lower Mid-Market
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Description
Year: 1973 Make: Volvo Model: 1800 ES Registration: RJH 673M
Chassis No: 7431
Engine No: 913
Odometer: 66,702 The 1973 Volvo 1800 ES is an iconic shooting brake, blending sporty elegance with practicality.
Known for its distinctive glass hatch and sleek, flowing lines, it stands out among classic European cars.
Powered by a 2.0 litre inline-four engine, producing around 125bhp, it offers spirited driving while maintaining Volvo’s reputation for durability.
The four-speed manual transmission with overdrive enhances its touring capabilities.
Inside, the cabin is tastefully appointed with leather seats and wood accents, embodying 1970s Scandinavian design.
As the final production year for the P1800 series, the 1973 model remains a beloved collector's piece, celebrated for its unique style.
Manufactured in 1973 and destined for the United Kingdom, chassis number 7431 was supplied new by Pilling (Sales) Ltd., Volvo agents of Bovingdon, Hertfordshire on 3rd of August 1973.
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Price Analysis vs Other P1800 ESs
£1,550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,660
Median Price (Since 2020)
£58,970
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 5th Jun 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
66,214 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 25th May 2017, 66,214 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On 6th Jun 2016, 65,912 miles
Failed
On 28th May 2015, 65,838 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- suspension bushes and steering joints ageing
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