20 Weird Facts About The Saint's Volvo P1800 (1962)

The Volvo P1800 from The Saint (1962) is one of the most iconic TV cars ever — sleek, understated, and forever tied to Roger Moore’s early screen legacy. But behind its elegant design lies a surprising story filled with strange decisions, behind-the-scenes compromises, and little-known trivia that even hardcore fans often miss. In this video, we uncover 20 weird and fascinating facts about the Saint’s Volvo P1800 — from why Volvo initially hesitated to supply the car, to the unusual filming tricks used to make it look faster, to how the show transformed the P1800 into a global style icon. We’ll also explore production quirks, design oddities, and how this one TV role helped change Volvo’s image forever.