Volvo introduced the P1800 in 1961 and by 1964, styling modifications were relatively minor. In the front was an oval crosshatch grille. The word 'VOLVO' could be found on the rear deck. They had a sharply slanted windshield, a wraparound back bumper, and a wedge-shaped emblem on the nose. The engine was a 1778cc four-cylinder unit offering nearly 110 horsepower and 110 lbs-ft of torque. The Volvo 1800 gained true notoriety when it was driven by James Bond in 'Goldfinger'.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2016
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Volvo had established a reputation for building sturdy sedans by the early 1960s. They had been building such cars for many years, and they had proven themselves more than capable of surviving the rigorous Scandinavian climate of their Swedish hometown. Volvo had become known for building reliable, robust, and practical transportation. But, during an exciting era of car design, they were left without....
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The Volvo P1800 is probably best remembered and known for the television show, The Saint starring Roger Moore. During the entire production of the show, the Volvo Car Corporation supplied a total of five P1800 models. One of the vehicles was split apart so better interior shots could be ascertained. One of the P1800s was wrecked by accident in 1967. Some of the parts were salvaged by the production....
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January 2024
7,716
December 2023
13,609
November 2023
11,671
July 2023
10,785
June 2023
12,933
May 2023
10,723
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