Volvo P1800 Project (Ls1 Pro-Touring Build, with body mods)

[TurboShadow]

Your profile fails to list your loction, but if you live where rust is an issue, the Amazons (120 series) cars are quite vulnerable to rust. Assume this car is "sitting" outside? If you really want one, look for one that has little/no rust. They are not hard to find in most parts of he country and even clean ones don't cost too much. If you like doing rust repair, a rusty one should be very cheap.

I live in eastern WA, the desert of the PNW. Rust is almost a non-issue here. I am spoiled!

[LabRat]

Keep at it , enjoying the build ...

[Miami Vice Guy]

Hi. I joined this site because of this thread, but I am sure I will enjoy the other threads too. How difficult would it be to go with the automatic transmission in a 71 or 72 1800? I know this sounds backwards, but I have a LS1 with matching automatic transmission, and I will probably buy the first good 71 or 72 1800 that I find. I know you are putting the manual in this one, but is there anything preventing me from using the transmission that I have? By the way, thanks for posting so many nice pictures and steps on here.

[n847]

Damn...this build is amazing! Any updates?

[crimson ghost]

I'm really happy you posted this project here. You have huge balls and vision. If only I could find a reasonable option for suspension like this for my 58 Karmann Ghia.

[1jarhead2]

My Buddy that posted above me sent me this link as he knows I like the out of the ordinary European cars with modern drivetrains but I dont think he knows I also follow BoZollands artwork and am glad to see someone building this car. Awesome and keep us posted.

[Iamtheonlyreal1]

Thanks man... This build will resume, just as soon as my Volvo X build on here is completed for the marketing and abusive testing.. I didnt want to abuse this car, so I chose to take on the Volvo X Amazon build, just incase it ended up in wall or something.. LOL