1979 Volvo 244 GL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Volvo is like no other!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Usual wear and tear.
Replaced universal joints.
Back brakes twice in a year.
Fuel pump relay blown twice due to rain getting inside the car and dripping into it.
General comments?
Although it's not the quietest car about, it is without a doubt the most dependable.
It has never let me down!
A little slow off the mark, but once on the freeway, easily outpaces cars of a similar class (Volvos are no snails!).
Built like a tank.
Steering is a little stiff,and taking corners with speed is a little hairy, but if you want a car that will go on forever, with just a little TLC, it's for you.
I've since moved on to a 760, but always will remember the great 244!!
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 | Good sedan for it's age |
  | A good solid car basically |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.1 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 200000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 220000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 29th March, 2001 |