1986 Volvo 240 DL review from North America

There have been no major problems so far with my 240 DL.

There has been the usual wear and tear in the seats. However, they are still in reasonable shape.

The windshield has a huge crack on the left-hand side. However, it will be something that will be fixed very soon.

Not the zippiest car in the world, and the performance of the car is a bit anemic with the automatic. However, the Turbo provides some extra kick.

It takes a (very unimpressive) 9.5 seconds to reach 75 miles per hour.

Though performance is not totally BMW, it returns nice fuel economy. I average 24 mpg on the highway with it.

Inside, the snug cockpit fits like a glove. You can't ask for greater cabin quality for the price you pay. My 240DL cost me $1500, and the cloth is still in satisfactory shape. Instruments work well, also.

I give Volvo's, especially the 240DL, a passing grade for reliability and insurance costs.

Also, I should let you know. These 240DLs, as well as other Volvo's, are built like tanks and have earned top marks in crash test ratings.

One downside, everything that comes with a 240DL is analog--something I don't totally like. The radio looks like something found in cars of the sixties, but it can be easily replaced.

My 240DL is a great all-seasons car. It works especially well in my native Montana, where winters are harsh. Performance of my 240DL is not altered by this weather.

In conclusion, I have always love 240DLs (not only because I, myself, am Swedish), but because of their reliability over other luxury brands.

Our family has owned a score of these cars, and they have been among our favorite.

It is not a mystery that Volvo built nearly 3,000,000 240s between 1974 and 1993--and I own one!