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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=10

  • Highest price

    US$48,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    10

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 10 lots

Volvo 1800ES

Based on 10 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%

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Market scores

48

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1971

    +US$3,350+13%

    6 with · 4 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Volvo 1800ES is currently trading at a median of $26,250 in the US market, placing it firmly in the appreciating classic category with a collectibility score of 7. The model represents one of the more distinctive European sports cars of its era, with production limited to 8,077 units globally, a constraint that underpins its desirability among enthusiasts.

Market liquidity remains thin, with only five transactions recorded over the past 12 months and ten total sales in our tracked sample. This limited transaction frequency means buyers and sellers should anticipate extended search periods and exercise caution when evaluating asking prices against sparse comps. The absence of active listings at present suggests current holders are selective about sales.

The base case projection points to appreciation of 10.3 percent over three years and 13.9 percent over five years, reaching approximately $28,958 and $29,889 respectively. This modest but steady trajectory reflects the model's established status as a collectible rather than speculative momentum play, driven primarily by its rarity and enduring design credentials among the classic car cognoscenti.

Depreciation Benchmark

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

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked17
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared17 (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 Months10
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$26,260
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,000 – US$48,000
  • Total Sales Tracked10

Recent sales

Showing latest 10
  • US$23,500

    Bring a Trailer · 21 Sept 2026

  • US$30,500

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Sept 2026

  • US$10,800

    Bring a Trailer · 26 Aug 2026

  • US$35,750

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Aug 2026

  • 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

Common questions

What is a Volvo 1800ES worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$26,250, based on 5 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$9,000 to US$48,000.

How many Volvo 1800ESs are for sale right now?

No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.

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