1970 Volvo 1800E 4-Speed W/ Overdrive

1970 Volvo 1800e Description:

This 1970 Volvo 1800E was reportedly acquired by the seller's unclein the 1980s, underwent cosmetic andmechanical refreshment while with her father in the 1990s, and has been with the sellerfor the past 10 years. Power is from a fuel-injected 2.0-literinline-four backed by a 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Work under current ownership included replacement of the door and window seals, interior door panels, and suspension bushings as well as a radiator overhaul and more. This 1800 is offered with a clean Pennsylvania title in the seller's name.

This 1800E coupe left Gothenburg finished in Cherry Red (46) according to the chassis data plate. The seller's father had the body repainted and the bumpers re-chromedfollowing his acquisition in the 1990s.Body repairs were reportedly conducted on thefront left due to an accident after the paintwork, and the seller notes corrosion on the rear bumper.

Optional 15″ wheels feature alloy centers and steel barrels, with each retaining a beauty ring and Volvo center cap. Firestone 195-width tires are fitted all around, and a matching spare wheel is shown in the trunk.

The cockpit is trimmed in black, with sheepskin covers over the cracked leather front seats. The trunk and door seals have been replaced under current ownership along with the door panels.The seller notes splits in the dash, which features late-model woodgrain panels and a 1980s cassette radio. Thesix-place odometer shows140k miles, approximately 15k of which were added by the seller over the past 10 years.The fuel gauge and speedometer do not register reliably.

The 2.0-liter B20 inline-four is backed by a 4-speed manual transmission and a working overdrive unit. The engine features Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection and is said to run rich.Anew battery, distributorcap, spark plugs, and air filter wereinstalled and the radiator was rebuilt in 2016 according to the seller.

Suspension bushings and the steering idler arm were replaced in 2017.

The driver's door sill plate indicates a manufacture date of October 1969, while the chassis plate above displays the following:

• Chassis series number: 184451
• Body color: 46 (Cherry Red)
• Upholstery option: 329-627 (Black with Grey carpets)