1991 Volvo 240 review from North America
"Volvo autos are your escape from the recycled designs of all the other car makers!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel pump relay
Inner Tie Rods
A/C charge
Regular maintenance items:
Timing belt and front seals & brake pads.
General comments?
This car is everything I had hoped it would be and more! My wife drives an 850, but she loves the nostalgia of my 240 “Maxine”.
These cars will not strand you if maintained properly. It gets 25 mpg if driven conservatively at 60 to 65mph. Every unique car has their quirks, but these pay you back in many satisfying miles of driving service. This one is 17 years old and gets all the looks and utility of any newer vehicle.
Volvo 240 lovers are a rare breed and there are many other owners out there ready to help you with the many Volvo enthusiast forums online.
Do yourself a favor and find one, restore it to an everyday driver and invest the money you would lose on new car payments!
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 115000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan X-Terra |
| Date of Entry | 23rd April, 2008 |