1982 Volvo 240 DL from North America - Comments

27th May 2003, 17:28

"A huge money pit"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Replaced Alternator

Replaced Carburetor

Replaced Wiper Motor

Rebuilt the transmission

Seals, although recently done, are now starting to leak again

Fuel consumption is horribly high

Wiper fluid tank leaks.

General comments?

I don't drive my vehicles hard and I never have because I can't afford to. If you're looking for an easy to maintain vehicle, look else where. This is the worst car in my opinion that I've ever owned, but I may have just gotten a lemon. Even after all of the regular maintenance, this car still has too many problems to list. It's got great handling because it weighs so much and if you like to drive a cinder block, this is the one.


15th Jun 2006, 06:30

My friend I advise you: Don“t believe in everything that your mechanic tells you, or even better change him, get a new one!


17th Jun 2006, 12:41

Couldn't agree more. Get yourself a new mechanic, or better yet, do it yourself. These cars are great, and can easily do 500.000 miles or more without fail, if properly maintained.

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