1988 Volvo 740 GL review from Sweden
"A cheap reliable car with great seats"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the water pump recently (never changed).
Changed the timing belt at 16000 km.
Changed the clutch at 14000 km (never changed).
General comments?
This may be a boring car but it is reliable. The engine just runs and runs. The spare parts are cheap. The car is cheap to buy.
The seats are great and become even greater when R-Sport clothing is installed.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | B230F Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 11200 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 17500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volvo 360 |
| Date of Entry | 20th September, 2001 |