1966 Volvo P1800 Will Reach 3 Million Miles This Year
It’s been almost three years since we reported that Irv Gordon wanted to hit three-million miles in his 1966 Volvo P1800, and the Guinness Book of Records holder will achieve that milestone this year.
The 73-year-old retired science teacher from Patchogue, New York currently holds the record of most miles driven by a single owner in a non-commercial vehicle, and has driven over 2.99-million miles in his P1800. Gordon has been bringing his P1800 to the same certified Volvo technician for more than 15 years, helping make sure the vehicle lasts as long as it has.
Gordon plans on hitting the three-million mile mark in Alaska this September. It is one of two U.S. states Gordon has never visited.
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“I’m realizing this will be a record that no one will surpass,” said Irv Gordon. “So, these next few thousands of miles will be special and sentimental for me. I’m looking forward to visiting my favorite places in big, beautiful America – from national parks to roadside cafes, from the Pacific Coast Highway to small roads that are miles from the Interstate.”
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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