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Volvo 780 Coupé 2,3 Turbo — 1988

Originally specified for the U.S.—more specifically California—but delivered new in Sweden, and therefore equipped with what many consider a superior engine configuration.

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"A fun and uncommon example, with a history and specification that make it especially interesting to Volvo collectors who appreciate that little extra, unusual twist."

Bidding starts 30:th of May
LOT NUMBER
LOCATION
18141
ÅTVIDABERG
ESTIMATED VALUE
RESERVE PRICE
150 - 190 000 SEK
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Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"A fun and uncommon example, with a history and specification that make it especially interesting to Volvo collectors who appreciate that little extra, unusual twist."

Description

The car was initially delivered internally within Volvo, with service book stamps from various departments at the Torslanda plant. A couple of years later, Volvo dealer Leksands Bilkompani offered Sven Estéen the opportunity to purchase the car, and it was then registered privately in his wife’s name. After a brief stint in Bohuslän, the current owner bought the car in 2001 and has since enjoyed it enthusiastically, driving just over 30,000 km in 24 years. He has personally carried out regular maintenance, well beyond the prescribed schedule and service book. The timing belt was last replaced in 2019 at 168,000 km. The car currently shows a total mileage of 168,520 km, and the most recent approved inspection was completed on 2025-03-03.

Technical data

  • Year
    1988/1988 
  • Registration date
    1988-06-17 
  • Mileage
    168 522 km  
  • Registration Number
    NJT190 
  • Chassis Number
    HA8720JDX06506 
  • Kw / hp
    115 / 156 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Automatic 
  • Interior finish
    Skinn 
  • Colour
    Dark Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The PRV V6, originally fitted for the European market, didn’t meet California’s emissions standards in the 1980s. However, the lively and well-regarded turbo engine from the 740/760 Turbo did—and with that powerplant, the 780 finally received the kind of performance its elegantly understated design truly deserved. The transmission shifts crisply, and the brakes, steering, and chassis all feel just as they should.

  • Interior condition:

    An inviting light interior that pairs beautifully with the deep burgundy exterior. The leather is soft and supple, the sunroof and power windows work well, and a couple of different sets of quality floor mats are included to suit various tastes. The instrument cluster was replaced at the time of delivery, but it's a fun detail that the efficiently cooling climate control is still calibrated in Fahrenheit—a small historical nod to the car’s original specification.

  • Exterior condition:

    Original paint with a few minor blemishes here and there—had the current owner gotten his hands on the car before the previous one, its exterior would’ve been nearly flawless. He notes that a former owner was a bit careless—a real “skraveltratt,” as they say in proper Östgötan dialect. It’s fitted with older Michelin Energy tires that still have good tread, mounted on undamaged original wheels.

  • General condition:

    A well-regarded coupé from the brand, featuring the right engine and the right temperament—presented in a pleasant and user-friendly condition.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2019-04-07
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1988-06-17 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1988-06-17
Senast godkända besiktning: 2025-03-03
Besiktigad tom: 2027-03-31
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5

Location and viewing Information

Location: Åtvidaberg

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Peter Sundfeldt
+46 705-38 80 22
peter@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2025-06-19.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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