1987 Volvo 245 DL review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At 150000 the water pump finally called it quits.
At 130000 the transmission/clutch failed.
Seats are worn (I've been very rough on the interior of the car - which is why I have a new one to replace it with).
General comments?
5 Speed manual (m47) makes a world of difference - the car can outrun my mother's '90 744 hands down.
Car is solid handler and very controllable on wet/snowy conditions.
I've carried about 1000 pounds of seed in the back with absolutely no problem.
The car is now a weekend play-toy while I'm rebuilding it - it fires up instantly whenever I get in it.
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  | The best car I have ever owned |
| 1986 - 245 240 DL 2.3L Gasoline The 240 was the last REAL Volvo |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L B230F Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 112000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 155000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 15th October, 2001 |