Imported a 780 Coupe

[726PAV]

Hi

I've imported a US spec 780 and am in the process of getting it UK registered.

Its a 1990 built car, 2.3 Turbo Auto in Burgundy with cream leather.

Pretty much everything seems to work on it with the exception of the Stereo/Amp, which may be down to a poor battery or blown fuse/circuit (the car had to be started with jump leads as the battery was flat from the crossing).

The sun visors have illuminated mirrors and the flip-up covers have broken off, both are with the car, but I think the easiest solution may be a swap - I think they are from a 760/960...?

I want to replace the Volvo badges on the front wings with side repeater indicators (as per Euro spec) and at some point change the headlamps from US to Euro units, though they will have to be used units as new ones are serious £££!

I'll post pictures once I get it cleaned and registered - all things considered, I am *very* pleased with my first Volvo!

[volvo always]

Sounds fantastic, exactly the engine, colour and interior I would like if I got a 780.

Cant wait to see the pictures.

James

[726PAV]

Thanks James

Is there anyone on here who might be able to help find a pair of Euro 780 headlamps?

I am guessing from a car breaker, Italy is probably the most likely source as there were a fair few of the Euro cars sold there?

I am struggling to find an Italian Car Breaker who has a website I can search for 780.

[Prufrock]

NoS could be an option, have you tried the obvious - Volvo ?

Jon.

[AllHailKingVolvo]

Wow...would absolutely love to own one of these, congrats!! Very much looking forward to pics!

[jonnyf90]

Possibly the best looking coupé of the 80s, and definitely the best colour (418 - Regency Red Metallic)!
As for headlights, Italy or Sweden are your best bet!

Good effort all round - I hope you bring it to meets and shows this year and next

Cheers

[zmsk10]

[QUOTE=726PAV;2432074]Thanks James

Is there anyone on here who might be able to help find a pair of Euro 780 headlamps?



When I imported a 780 from Japan 2 years ago I asked my local dealer (Holdcroft in Stoke) about parts availability for this model and was pleasantly surprised at just how much stuff was still available for the 780 via Volvo Classic. My car was a Japanese market version and one of about 420 officially sold in Japan. Holdcroft told me that headlights for the Japan market cars were still available at just over £300 each + vat at the time. They would be ideal for your car as they are set for driving on the left. Might be worth a call to them?

[726PAV]

Hi

Thank you for your replies - Really appreciated.

I'll check with the UK Volvo dealer network, I have previously been told they were no longer available, but the Japan Spec lights would be ideal I suspect, so will check again. If a used pair could be found, cheaper than than the £700+ a new set might cost, that'd be good!

Work is keeping me busy currently so I don't expect to get it on the road until September.

Importing a car that is 28 years old means I paid VAT, which I wouldn't have on a 30 yr old car (but I specifically wanted a late 780 Turbo and didn't feel inclined to wait a couple of years...).

Cheers!

[zmsk10]

Originally Posted by 726PAV

Hi

Thank you for your replies - Really appreciated.


Cheers!

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