1988 Volvo 740 GLE review from North America
"Dependable and endearing - I love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New brake rotors.
New strut rod bushings.
New timing belt (twice).
All new hoses.
New over-drive relay.
New flange yoke for transmission.
Needs:
New water pump.
Resealed or rebuilt distributor.
New rack for rack and pinion steering.
Also, various interior plastic pieces have fallen off (ie - ceiling handles), the headliner is falling down, the power antenna doesn't work, the tape player is jammed, and the sun roof leaks.
General comments?
I know I've listed a whole bunch of bad things about my car, but the truth is, it's a great car. It's only stranded me three times, and I put about 80-90 miles on it a day. It has a lot of miles and for the most part it still runs great. I'm hoping to get 300,000 miles out it.
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  | I'm gonna keep it forever! |
| 1987 - 740 GLE 4 cylinder naturally aspirated This car is indestructible |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 175000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 230000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Topaz |
| Date of Entry | 21st March, 2001 |