Cyan Racing's Stunning Volvo P1800 GT Restomod Belongs In Your Dream Garage

OK a Singer 911, or this? Photo: Cyan Racing

Sure, if you’re a millionaire you could opt to drive around in a meticulously crafted Singer 911 or a restored Defender from the likes of Brooklyn Coachworks. But why not really stand out from the crowd and get this wonderful Volvo P1800 developed by three-time world touring car champs Cyan Racing.

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This new restomod is a re-worked version of the P1800 Cyan that was first launched in 2020. Rather than being track-focused, like the earlier models, this GT model’s fully-adjustable suspension has been tweaked for comfort and handling. The P1800 Cyan was developed by the Cyan Racing team, which currently competes in the FIA World Touring Car Cup and has ties back to the iconic Volvo 850 race car that dominated the Swedish Touring Car Championship.

Name another car that looks this good in profile. Photo: Cyan Racing

Each car, which takes around 12-15 months to build, is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 engine that has been optimized by Cyan’s engineers to produce up to 420 horsepower. The engine in the P1800 Cyan is then connected to a five-speed bespoke Holinger gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels.

Other changes made to the original car over the course of the build include the installation of a titanium roll cage. The bodywork is replaced with bespoke carbon-fiber body panels that retain the P1800’s styling while adding a bit more modernity and aggression, and the track is widened to make room for much larger wheels.

A lovely space to soak up the miles. Photo: Cyan Racing

The changes are more than just performance-related, though. The P1800 Cyan gets its interior stripped out and replaced with one filled with luxury trimmings. We’re talking soft leather and luscious fabrics, which in this car are all finished in a nice neutral sand color.

Cyan Racing has confirmed that it will create a limited number of these glorious machines, but hasn’t confirmed exactly what that number will be. Another important number that’s missing is the price of this P1800 — the existing P1800 Cyan costs about $500,000, so this GT model should set you back just as much, if not more.

Looks great, I’ll take it. Photo: Cyan Racing