1956 P1900 When Volvo presented an open 2-seater sports car with a body made of fibreglass reinforced polyester in 1954, it was something of a sensation. However, the car did not go into
production until 1956 and, after a great many problems, production was wound up in 1957. By this time, 67 (or perhaps 68) cars had been series-produced.
1968 Volvo 1800S Early in 1959, Volvo presented a new sports car, two years after the previous attempt with the Volvo Sport, with a body made of fibreglass-reinforced polyester. The new car became known as
the P1800, with later designations being P1800S/1800S and 1800E. This new sports car had Italian styling and production began in 1961.
