[{"id": 16356160, "authorName": "gwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gwn/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by gwn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734183736, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16356244, "authorName": "KarlEric", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/karleric/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drewruss2000 The Volvo 1800 registry, online since 2001, is run by me with the help of 1800 owners and enthusiasts around the world. The purpose is to gather information about the remaining cars as inspiration for anyone with our interest in the Volvo 1800. The registry consists of 14,000+ cars in 66 countries \r\nWe did not have the 1800E you are selling on the registry so I have added it. May I also include 4-5 of your pictures?\r\nHere is a link to the car on the registry\r\nhttps://volvo1800pictures.com/PHPMaker/WebSites/1800_2020/chassislist.php?cmd=search&t=chassis&z_Chassis=%3D&x_Chassis=37618&z_Model=%3D&x_Model=", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1734185023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16356510, "authorName": "bobgreenman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobgreenman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it just me, or do some others feel that while sleek, these beauties deserve, and still look great with bumpers? - GLWTA!", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1734188351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16356601, "authorName": "malloryross", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/malloryross/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller mentioned the bumpers have been removed. @drewruss2000, they might be included in sale ?\r\nProbably a stalled project. Seems an honest representation.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734189059, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16356990, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bumpers are not hard to locate and are not very expensive. Can be found online at numerous sites. Even on eBay", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734192949, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16357141, "authorName": "Caymanorcarrera", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caymanorcarrera/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice 1800.\r\n\r\nMany cars benefit from bumper removal. Some of my favorite 914\u2019s fall squarely into that category (think 75 and 76). Not so much with one of these \ud83d\ude29", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1734194484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16357380, "authorName": "pessia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pessia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@caymanorcarrera Agreed. Maybe it's because I've owned one for 30 years and am used to how they look.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734196563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16357563, "authorName": "dutchdoc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dutchdoc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some serious parts are missing, do they come with the car ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734197913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16357640, "authorName": "dutchdoc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dutchdoc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car, should have been better and the rust areas could have been prevented if the mudflaps had been in place. Also I see the right front fender's arch is bent, possibly due to an accident. Besides this it's a solid 1800E with the B20F and I think it looks much better with the bumpers on.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1734198410, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16358495, "authorName": "charlie55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlie55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My guess on the bent arch on the right front is that the tire contacted the fender when the car hit a bump and rolled it out. The 225 tires shown here are very wide for this car. I think 185 are stock and up to 205 are common aftermarket, but at the upper end without mods to the fenders.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1734201274, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16359534, "authorName": "foggydogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foggydogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bumper setup from vp-autoparts shouldn't be much more than $3,500 or so. Cutting the holes in the right spot and paintwork are likely left to a professional though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734204623, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16359590, "authorName": "foggydogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foggydogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KarlEric - Thanks again for keeping track of our little corner of the universe.\r\nI'm going to try to get some more info on that derelict ES I found at the salvage yard in Maryland.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734204811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16360491, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734208589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16360821, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the bumpers are not that expensive. Look at https://www.ebay.com/itm/395105397345?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-213727-13078-0&mkcid=2&itemid=395105397345&targetid=4581046493380278&device=c&mktype=&googleloc=&poi=&campaignid=603247657&mkgroupid=1239150647972013&rlsatarget=pla-4581046493380278&abcId=9316139&merchantid=51291&msclkid=b4a6df5eabf21a511cfdb803587fc190. Not sure how you came up with 3k +.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734210724, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16361170, "authorName": "VolvoDoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvodoug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller if one wished to put bumpers back on, the holes have to be cut through the valences. Would one be cutting through metal or bondo? Regarding the OD switch placement, why was it moved? It appears (#112) the oil temp sensor has no wire on it. Is the wire there, just disconnected? Is there a reason what appears (#130) to be the left side e-brake cable is not suspended from its hangar?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734212622, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16361528, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VolvoDoug not aware of any issue with e-brake cable and It functions exactly like its supposed to. Yes, oil pressure wire needs attachment. Thanks for pointing that out. This is my son's car and I will check with him as to how the bracket locations were repaired and let you know.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734214792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16361585, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yes, oil temp wire not oil pressures needs attachment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734215445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16361835, "authorName": "foggydogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foggydogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drewruss2000 - I got the numbers right off the vp-auto website.\r\nhttps://vp-autoparts.com/en/artiklar/bumper-kit-1800-65-73-f-r-chromeno-us73.html\r\n(Times two, naturally.)\r\nhttps://vp-autoparts.com/en/artiklar/mounting-bracket-bumper-p18-65-front-lh.html\r\n(Ditto.)\r\nhttps://vp-autoparts.com/en/artiklar/mounting-bracket-bumper-p18-65-rear-lh.html\r\n(And ditto.)\r\nAnd so forth. \r\nA nice 1800 should get nice parts.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734218392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16361865, "authorName": "foggydogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foggydogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drewruss2000 - Brackets, rubber facing and the attachment bits, bolts, washers, rubber body grommets, all add up. \r\nvp-auto makes very nice things for our cars - I have had 6 1800s, still have two - and they are very pleasant people with which to do business. They have a good sized operation outside Charlotte.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734218822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362003, "authorName": "MinutemanMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minutemanmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Since bumpers or lack of are topic, careful buying bumpers other than VP Parts or known European sources. We bought a set to share with a friend (front me & rear friend) on our '67 1800S Volvo's. We bought a cheaper but nice exterior finish set from Viet Nam (as seller shown eBay source). That supplier is likey ok sourcing from Asia but another unnamed Viet Nam souce sent bumpers that were not \"per drawning\" mounting brackets were one inch off. We had to adapt them to fit and the fit is still off.\r\nSo stay with known quality like VP for parts like bumpers. \r\nLessons learned can be costly. \r\nNice 1800E GLWTA seller. MMM", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1734220461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362162, "authorName": "ProfGriff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/profgriff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I really love the colour and the bumperless look, but of course I have three sets lying around here. This will be a fantastic driver for someone. GLWA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734222513, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362375, "authorName": "charlie55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlie55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some rust places to address, (photos 65 116 124) and some work to be done, but in the right hands this will be a very nice car. Convert the carb set to twin SU HS6 for better performance and aesthetics (Take the fuel injectors off and close off the holes with expanding plugs!), IMHO.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734225524, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362431, "authorName": "charlie55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlie55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If converting to SU carbs, get air filters with a hose attachment for the oil filler cap. Otherwise, just get a filter for that cap or another cap without the hose fitting. Unfiltered air is entering the crankcase with it the way it is.\r\n\r\nThe tires look to be aging out. I'd go with 205 width. That's plenty wide enough and should work with the wheels that are on it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734226237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362497, "authorName": "charlie55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlie55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are you sure the overdrive is working? In the driving video, the light comes on, but I can't hear if the engine actually changes RPM and the tach doesn't appear to change. The OD was switched at maybe 50 or 55 mph, so there wouldn't be a huge change. I could have missed it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734227283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16363553, "authorName": "luxuryautomax", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luxuryautomax/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful 1800E\r\n@drewruss2000 did you use Meta Sunglasses for Drive video ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734269531, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16363714, "authorName": "PeteinMS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peteinms/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks cool sans bumpers.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734271637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16363833, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Luxuryautomax-- video with gopro\r\nCharlie55- yes the overdrive is working. The tack is not real steady and jumps around sometimes. Tires are in excellent condition - no issues - none. The oil cap is being addressed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734273449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16364407, "authorName": "FergusO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferguso/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Funny, given the choice, I think I would have left the bumpers, but reduced the size of the side markers by 50%\u2026(maybe 100%!)\r\nNice project, enjoy the drive while tinkering / fettling the finer points.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734279820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16365350, "authorName": "VolvoDoug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvodoug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller you perhaps missed my question about the OD switch under the dash. Why is it there, and what is the switch immediately next to it? Thx", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734286418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16366064, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VolvoDoug - the overdrive switch needed to be replaced and it was moved to a existing unused toggle switch. The other toggle switch is for the power amplifier for the stereo/radio", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734288906, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16367695, "authorName": "1956bill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1956bill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VOLVO", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734294794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16367725, "authorName": "1956bill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1956bill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For the last 50 years, when driving with a buddy, if we spot a vintage Volvo, We just say Volvo.,", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734294914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16369482, "authorName": "JetstreamRider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jetstreamrider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Got it \u2026. sorta like \u201cslug-bug.\u201d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734312214, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16373785, "authorName": "87033x6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/87033x6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drewruss2000 Any chance we could get a look at the front floors, either side, under the carpet? Thank you", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734376714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16376939, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "87033x6-- the carpet is glued down, so I am not able to get you pictures of the interior floorboards. If I could I would. I have provided 150 pictures of this car and have fairly represented its condition. If you look at the pictures, I feel certain that you will find underside pictures of the floorboards. However if you need additional pictures I would be happy to get them for you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734388433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16378288, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VolvoDoug --- the bumper mount holes were filled in with bondo prior to paint.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734401921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16388288, "authorName": "Alfetta70s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfetta70s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Guys, bumpers, really?\r\nWhat is the flaking in pic 115/ floor pan?\r\nHas the front end been rebuilt?\r\nAll the accessories work?\r\nLovely color, imho.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734505482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16391409, "authorName": "rrepaire", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rrepaire/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by rrepaire", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734548148, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16393472, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alfetta70s -- the flaking you asked about is not flacking, it is excess undercoating on the cross frame under the engine. Front end - if you check out the pictures you will see front end bushings are in good condition. The only accessories not working is the oil temp gauge. The sending unit needs to have wire connected. Heater needs repair.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734554621, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16398744, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Alfetta70s \u2014 the flaking you asked about is not flacking, it is excess undercoating on the cross frame under the engine. Front end \u2013 if you check out the pictures you will see front end bushings are in good condition. The only accessories not working is the oil temp gauge. The sending unit needs to have wire connected. Heater needs repair.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734621600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16398752, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VolvoDoug \u2014 the bumper mount holes were filled in with bondo prior to paint.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734621674, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16398757, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@87033\u00d76\u2013 the carpet is glued down, so I am not able to get you pictures of the interior floorboards. If I could I would. I have provided 150 pictures of this car and have fairly represented its condition. If you look at the pictures, I feel certain that you will find underside pictures of the floorboards. However if you need additional pictures I would be happy to get them for you.\r\n\r\nThis comment's likes: 0", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734621744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16398762, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VolvoDoug \u2013 the overdrive switch needed to be replaced and it was moved to a existing unused toggle switch. The other toggle switch is for the power amplifier for the stereo/radio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734621792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16398768, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@@87033\u00d76\u2013 the carpet is glued down, so I am not able to get you pictures of the interior floorboards. If I could I would. I have provided 150 pictures of this car and have fairly represented its condition. If you look at the pictures, I feel certain that you will find underside pictures of the floorboards. However if you need additional pictures I would be happy to get them for you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734621855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16399842, "authorName": "gwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gwn/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by gwn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734630196, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16404258, "authorName": "MinutemanMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minutemanmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller @drewruss2000 or likely fortunate next owner of this fine '72 1800E please consider Karl Eric request to add some of these flattering photos to the 1800 Register. I and others would be grateful to you to help grow the international record of this unique \"Roadworthy\" Swedish machine by adding Ch. No. 37618 to the database. \r\nGLWTA MM", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1734645985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16405995, "authorName": "Mbuchanan1660", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbuchanan1660/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by Mbuchanan1660", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734661940, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16406065, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MinutemanMike - Karl can use any of the pictures he wants. Will let him know right now.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734663085, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16406077, "authorName": "drewruss2000 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewruss2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KarlEric you are welcome to use any of the photos you want. If you need more just let me know", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734663301, "type": "comment"}]