1987 Volvo 340 GLE review from UK and Ireland
"Top notch cheapy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver's heated seat packed in.
A lot of problems with the carburettor - these are known to be dodgy and good ones in breakers are like rocking-horse crap. They suffer from excessive warpage at the mounting face with the inlet manifold, this results in an induction air leak causing over-weak mixture. This problem will cause hunting and/or stalling at idle and hesitation on acceleration - especially where the second choke cuts in. The carbs also get furred up easily and the spindle seals wear allowing further air leakage - the only remedy is a reconditioned unit.
Piston slap when cold.
General comments?
Very well built motor.
A bit slow for the engine size, but these are fitted with the 'economy' carb (only 80bhp) so will give upto 45mpg (despite what the critics say about them being thirsty).
Can't beat one for the money - worth somewhere between dog crap and used chewing gum.
Quiet and comfortable - a cut above comparable Escort/Astra.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 106000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Panda |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2001 |