P1800 How much headroom?

[Simon703]

Evening, I’m looking for views on internal dimensions of a P1800E or S. I’ve been thinking about buying one for some time, with limited supply they are all a long drive away. The big question for me is will I fit in? I’m 6foot 6 and therefore need to get feedback on Wether I’ll fit comfortably?
I also have a Merc SL 1997 which I just fit into. The daily driver of an XC60 is supremely comfortable.
Any help would be gratefully appreciated before I start long trips to view cars.

[powen1]

Hi, they are not tall cars and the roof lines come in at the sides - I've just measured mine from back of seat to head lining is 86cm I'm not 6ft 6 and my head touches the roof lining when sat in car. hope this helps
Maybe get one with a Sunroof and only go out in sunny weather :-)

[Simon703]

Great helps, thanks. Starting to lOok like a no go. Ironically the one advertised does have a sunroof

[VolvoFan]

Originally Posted by powen1

Hi, they are not tall cars and the roof lines come in at the sides - I've just measured mine from back of seat to head lining is 86cm I'm not 6ft 6 and my head touches the roof lining when sat in car. hope this helps
Maybe get one with a Sunroof and only go out in sunny weather :-)

Have you adjusted the seat to its lowest setting?

[VolvoFan]

Originally Posted by Simon703

Great helps, thanks. Starting to lOok like a no go. Ironically the one advertised does have a sunroof

Why not find one just to try it for yourself - even if it isn't worth buying?

[VolvoFan]

Originally Posted by Simon703

Great helps, thanks. Starting to lOok like a no go. Ironically the one advertised does have a sunroof

Why not try the nearest 1800 for yourself - even if it isn't worth buying, just to get the feel of it?

[VolvoFan]

Originally Posted by Simon703

Great helps, thanks. Starting to lOok like a no go. Ironically the one advertised does have a sunroof

Try one for yourself - even if it isn't worth buying.

[Simon703]

Originally Posted by VolvoFan

Why not find one just to try it for yourself - even if it isn't worth buying?

You’re right, trouble is their all a distance. Feeling a bit subdued now, but will be checking for size when out of lockdown. I was however hoping to get closer to purchase now- something to look forward to!

I did measure my min requirements in my own car and I need 94cm at the back of seat base to roof lining.

[Burdekin]

Not as sporty to look at but a Amazon is virtually the same underneath, much easier to get in and out of, a better built car, normally less rust issues and much easier and cheaper to fix any rust issues. A nice 2 door GT can be had for a lot less than a P1800 these days and realistically a better car.

Sorry to the P1800 owners, they are a beautiful car.

[Simon703]

Originally Posted by Burdekin

Not as sporty to look at but a Amazon is virtually the same underneath, much easier to get in and out of, a better built car, normally less rust issues and much easier and cheaper to fix any rust issues. A nice 2 door GT can be had for a lot less than a P1800 these days and realistically a better car.

Sorry to the P1800 owners, they are a beautiful car.

Thanks- one for me to look at.