1980 Volvo 264 GLE review from Netherlands
"Powercruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Exhaust gaskets had to be replaced.
Brakes had to be renewed.
General comments?
Driving my 264 GLE is an everyday joy. When I bought it, it had not been running for about five years, so some repairs were due. The bodywork wasn't in great shape either. After a full restoration of the bodywork (in Poland, so still relatively affordable) and a big service (in Holland so rather expensive) the car is now running super-smooth. The petrol costs me an arm and a leg, but the smile on my face when it put my foot down is unaffordable! I plan to keep on driving this car for many more years.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Bigger fuel tank, better electrics and A/C would have made it close to perfect. |
  | It's a safe powerful strong car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | B28E Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 210000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 217500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volvo 244 |
| Date of Entry | 14th October, 2005 |