1988 Volvo 740 DL Estate review from UK and Ireland
"Excellent motor"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Usual service items exhaust, tyres etc.
Fuel gauge & speedo.
Front running lights.
Niggling fault with the fuel injection system.
New front discs fitted.
General comments?
I have had Volvos now for 20 years and wouldn't have anything else. Though I hope the acquisition by Ford doesn't make a difference.
Stay away from the little Volvos, they ain't Volvos as such. The only real Volvo is a big un!
Generally reliable, they go on forever but like all cars they do have niggling little faults.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1990 |
| Engine and transmission | 1989 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 157000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 240 |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2000 |