1991 Volvo 240 STW SE review from Finland
"Good and reliable workhorse"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator started leaking around 320000km and had to be replaced.
Engine thermostat was broken when I got the car.
Headlights had to be replaced recently.
Exhaust pipe needs fixing.
Front brake calipers were replaced recently.
All brake discs had to be replaced when I got the car.
Rear door is rusty.
Engine valves need adjusting...
Alternator was repaired recently.
General comments?
The 1,86 litre engine is a bit underpowered for this station wagon, but it still gets you and almost whatever you want to where ever you want to go.
A reliable car, definitely, even if it does need constant repairs at this age and mileage. Usually you don't need to fix the same thing twice, at least not for a long time. Except maybe the exhaust pipe. I guess I could get a rustproof pipe...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | B200F Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 307000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 333000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 2009 |