1989 Volvo 740 GL review from UK and Ireland

Nothing has gone wrong so far, although I only paid £400 for it, and it included 6 months road tax and MOT.

The exhaust is blowing at one of the joints, hopefully not going to be too expensive.

There is a bit of vagueness on the steering which is probably just worn bushes/bearings and I'm hoping shouldn't be too awkward to resolve.

The fuel gauge is having a party! The needle bounces all over the place, can't tell how much fuel is in the tank. I'm hoping a replacement sender unit will resolve this.

Solid car, very minimal rust only where stone chips have gone right through to the metal work.

I'm primarily a motorcyclist and got the car for winter motorway use. It has big road presence, other cars give it plenty of room.

Big solid care, give good feeling of protection.

Engine seems willing to 'go', but is held back by the weight of the car. Not a problem though as I didn't want a sports car. :-)

Interior is dark, and typical 80's angles and switches. But on the plus side it's solid and everything still works as intended.

Fabric seat material is lasting well, no scuffs or tears.