For Sale: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES " Mechanical Restoration, Great History, and Consigned Through Platt Motors Inc.





If you ve been looking for a Volvo 1800 ES with real care, real investment, and a great story behind it, this example deserves your attention. Consigned through Platt Motors Inc. of Anderson, California, this 1972 ES has undergone significant mechanical restoration and carries a lifetime enthusiast s dream behind it.



The owner waited 50 years to finally buy one. Now, with health forcing a change, this well-sorted California ES is ready for its next caretaker.









A Personal History: I ve Wanted This Car for Fifty Years





In the owner s own words:



There were roughly 8,000 ES models built between 1972 "73. I ve wanted this car for fifty years. I found this one on eBay Motors in October 2022 and had it shipped from Phoenix to Northern California. Once it arrived, I took it to the local Volvo specialist "the man everybody here trusts.



The car went through a careful, thoughtful mechanical refresh, not a quick flip. The work list is long, and the owner didn t cut corners.









Mechanical Restoration & Major Work





Hood & Front Structure



Seized hood hinges replaced with new hinges
Professional reinforcement of the mounting points
Hood now opens and closes correctly and securely




Brakes " Complete System Overhaul



Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes
New calipers, rotors, and shoes
New metal brake lines on all four wheels




Fuel System



New fuel tank (replaced to fix inaccurate gauge reading)
New fuel pump
Trunk/floor area is rust-free




Engine & Drivetrain



D-Jetronic EFI system inspected and professionally tuned on a smog machine
Electronic ignition installed for reliability
Clutch system replaced with all related components
Rear main seal installed (January 2025)
Exhaust system replaced
Stainless steel horns installed (and they are loud)




Transmission



M41 four-speed plus Laycock overdrive " highway-friendly and smooth




Cooling & Heating



Heater fan works
Heater core not replaced (owner chose to leave this for the next chapter)










Interior & Cabin Notes





This ES presents as a great driver with honest needs for the next stage of restoration.



Seats and door cards are very clean
Dash is wavy (common on 1800 ES models)
Tachometer needs reconnection/repair
Clock, odometer, and dash lights need attention
Driver s door latch is hinky (owner s words)
Rear hatch has new struts, but latch isn t functioning correctly




A straightforward winter project for someone who wants to complete the cosmetic interior sorting.









Driving Experience





The owner drove it regularly on back roads along the Northern California coast, often joining a small two-seater club for weekend runs. The car starts, runs, and drives very well thanks to the extensive mechanical attention.









Body, Chassis & Overall Condition





Presents as an attractive driver
Straight lines
Nice glass and chrome
Solid bones with documented mechanical investment
A perfect candidate to finish the cosmetic details while enjoying it immediately










Chassis Information





Chassis Number: 1836353-0001937










Consigned Through Platt Motors Inc.





This 1972 Volvo 1800 ES is offered as a dealer-handled consignment through Platt Motors Inc., serving Northern California with transparent, nationwide classic-car brokerage. We handle all inquiries, documentation, and buyer coordination.