1982 Volvo DL 240DL review from North America
"The best car ever made"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At about 185,000 miles, I replaced the electrical system. The A/c went out about 200,000. Otherwise, it has been a perfect car with normal maintenance, oil changes, tires, etc.
General comments?
The car handles beautifully, even today. I just bought a preowned Mercedes 2007 C model, and actually prefer driving the Volvo - it is a better fit, smooth, and but for no A/C or updated airbags, and the bells and whistles of the new cards of today - it is PERFECT; and I am keeping it.
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| A nice project to keep in on the road |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1982 |
| Year of manufacture | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 1982 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 243000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo DL |
| Date of Entry | 31st March, 2008 |