1985 Volvo Tennis Los Angeles – Singles

Jimmy Connors was the defending champion but could not compete due to a 3-week suspension, after being fined at the US Open during the previous week.

Paul Annacone won the title by defeating Stefan Edberg 7–6(7–5), 6–7(8–10), 7–6(7–4) in the final.

Seeds
• # 🇺🇸 John McEnroe (semifinals, withdrew)

• # 🇸🇪 Stefan Edberg (final)

• # 🇺🇸 Scott Davis (quarterfinals)

• # 🇺🇸 Johan Kriek (semifinals)

• # 🇺🇸 Brad Gilbert (quarterfinals)

• # 🇺🇸 David Pate (first round)

• # 🇺🇸 Jimmy Arias (quarterfinals)

• # 🇺🇸 Paul Annacone (champion)