1989 Volvo 740 GLE review from UK and Ireland
"Fast, comfortable, elegant, safe classic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This is my second 740 2.3 GLE. It has been very reliable. Only needing a new alternator regulator, which cost only £10.
A few dashboard lights have recently gone out, such as the bulb near the petrol gauge, and the heated rear window switch bulb. Otherwise it's been perfect, and starts first time every time.
The roof headlining is sagging in a few places. I might bother to fix it one day.
General comments?
I love this car. The seats are full heated leather, very comfortable and supportive. It is fast enough with a 2.3 engine, not quite as quick as modern cars, but it pulls very well.
Fuel economy isn't great, about 20-25 UK mpg in town, and 30-35mpg on the motorway.
The car sailed through its last MOT test with no faults.
I hope to keep this car for a few years more.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 112000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 133000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 940 |
| Date of Entry | 4th December, 2007 |