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Volvo 1800ES

1971–1973

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$25,150

    Since 2020 · n=6

  • Highest price

    US$48,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    6

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 6 lots

Volvo 1800ES

Based on 6 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$26,250

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

7/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$28,958

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$29,889

+14%

Market scores

48

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Volvo 1800ES is currently priced at a median of $26,250 in the US market, positioning it firmly in the appreciating-classic tier with a collectibility score of 7.

With just five transactions tracked over the past 12 months and six total sales in the dataset, liquidity remains thin for this model. This limited trading volume means buyers and sellers should expect longer search periods and wider pricing variance between individual sales.

Production totaled 8,077 units, making the 1800ES a relatively scarce sports car from its era. The model carries moderate desirability and sits comfortably in the collectible segment, though it does not command the premium prices or rapid turnover of higher-tier Swedish classics.

The three-year projection suggests appreciation to approximately $28,958, representing a gain of 10.3 percent from current levels. Over five years, the base case points to $29,889, or 13.9 percent appreciation, indicating steady if measured upward movement rather than aggressive growth.

With no active listings currently tracked in the market, immediate supply appears limited. For prospective buyers, this scarcity may support price stability, though the thin transaction history limits the reliability of precise valuation benchmarks.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$26,250
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked8
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared8 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months6
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$27,008
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,000 – US$48,000
  • Total Sales Tracked6

Recent sales

Showing latest 6
  • US$9,000

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$24,050

    Bring a Trailer · 20 May 2026

  • US$21,250

    Bring a Trailer · 19 May 2026

  • US$26,250

    Bring a Trailer · 27 Apr 2026

  • US$33,500

    Bring a Trailer · 23 Apr 2026

  • US$48,000

    Bring a Trailer · 21 Apr 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.