1988 Volvo 240 DL review from North America
"A Volvo was a Volvo until Ford got involved"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had this 240 dl for about 7 months now, and until now (knock on wood) nothing has been replaced.
General comments?
This is my second Volvo after having driven a 1979 244 DL station wagon with 429,000 kms on it. The only reason I got rid of the wagon was an overseas move, so I gave it to my sister who to this day drives it proudly with 600,000 kms (she hopes for a million for a free Volvo).I have spent the past years driving a Toyota, but always looking with envy at Volvo drivers. Recently the opportunity came up to purchase 1988 240 DL at a good price and I jumped at the chance. These cars are seriously the safest most trustworthy cars on the road today. If you have the chance to pick one up don't let naysayers scare you about Volvo quirks... the positives far far outweigh the negatives!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 235000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 277400 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota 4x4 |
| Date of Entry | 13th January, 2007 |