“Completely renovated and in a very attractive color combination”

Data sheet
- Year: 1966
- Manufacturer: Volvo
- Model: P 1800S
- Color: Grey
- Interior color: Red
- Interior material: Leather
- Engine displacement: 1.8
- Drive: Rear-wheel drive
- Propulsion: Gasoline
- Steering: LHD
- Transmission: Manual
- Odometer: 73 809 km
- VIN: 201**info
Basic information and history
Volvo from the 1966 model year represents a period when the brand solidified its reputation for robust construction, clear design and solid safety and braking technology. Four-cylinder, four-stroke engines, durable powertrains and front disc brakes on many variants gave the cars a useful and long-lasting user focus that is appreciated by enthusiasts today.
This example is designated as 1966 Volvo 18335 VF. According to the seller, the odometer shows 73,809 kilometers and the odometer reading can be guaranteed. The car has had the same owner since 1981. The body was repainted in 2025 at 21:ans Bil och Plåt in Vellinge and in connection with the work, most of the bodywork is stated to have been replaced or renewed.
According to the seller, the engine is newly renovated and can be slightly tuned, while the appearance in the engine compartment has been kept close to original. The brake system is upgraded with modern components, discs at the front and drums at the rear, renovated in 2025. The gearbox and driveline are also newly renovated. Additional equipment and details can be seen in the pictures.
Equipment and options
- Newly renovated engine, carburetor needs adjustment
- Newly refurbished manual gearbox
- Refurbished drivetrain
- Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, renovated in 2025 with modern components
- Newly painted body in 2025, painting carried out by 21:ans Bil och Plåt in Vellinge
- New chair covers and carpets, sewn in Munka-Ljungby
- Pirelli tires in good condition
- Glass in good condition
- Emblem fine with some wear
- Lamp glass in good condition
- Other equipment as shown in pictures
According to the seller, the engine may be discreetly optimized but has an original optical design. Much has been changed or new on the bodywork after the renovation in 2025. Some rubber strips and parts of the chrome strips are not new with noted oxidation and scratches. The rims have minor scratches and normal wear.
Condition
Body and exterior: The car was newly painted in 2025 and the seller describes it as completely renovated at the same time. According to the seller, the body is completely rust-free after the work. Glass is in good condition. Rubber strips and chrome strips are partly older, with oxidation and scratches, while some details are in new condition. The headlight lenses are good. The emblem is nice but somewhat worn.
Interior: Seats and carpets are in new condition, sewn in Munka-Ljungby. Dashboard and steering wheel are in good used condition with small scratches and some chrome wear. Controls and buttons are described as better used with oxidized chrome. The headliner is in good condition with some dirt stains.
Tires and rims: Pirelli tires in good condition. Rims have small scratches and some wear.
Mechanics and function: The engine is newly renovated and can be carefully tuned. The carburetor needs to be adjusted. The brake system is upgraded and renovated in 2025 with discs at the front and drums at the rear. The gearbox and drivetrain are newly renovated. Optically, the engine compartment has been kept close to the original design.
Service history
According to the seller, a complete renovation was carried out in 2025, which included painting, bodywork, brake system, engine, gearbox and driveline. The paintwork was carried out by 21:ans Bil och Plåt in Vellinge. Receipts, documentation and history are attached. The odometer reading is said to be guaranteed. The car has had the same owner since 1981.
Summary
1966 Volvo 18335 VF with documented inspection in 2025. Freshly painted body, newly renovated engine, gearbox and driveline, and upgraded brake technology. The interior is updated with new seat covers and carpets, while the dashboard and chrome details show lighter patina. The carburetor needs adjustment and some moldings and chrome parts have oxidation. Information about Swedish sales is missing. A car for the enthusiast looking for a sixties Volvo with fresh work on the bottom and space for final adjustments according to one's own preference.
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