Volvo 240 (1992)
for sale
Price: US $2,250.00
Price: US $2,250.00
Very good condition. At 233, 000
the paint isn't perfect but it's not faded, and there are random dimples and
such with the tiniest amount of surface rust where the paint is chipped (easily
remedied with some touch-up which I will hopefully do by the time I sell it).
But there is absolutely no rust underneath. The interior is excellent -- a
couple of dash cracks and the back of the passenger seat has a small tear (I
have the repair kit, I hope to get it done by the time anyone looks at the
car), and the rear parcel shelf has faded from the sun.
Here are the high points:
1. Runs like an absolute top.
2. Power windows
3. Heated seats (but I must
say I never tried them out so don't know if they work)
4. Power mirrors
5. Manual sunroof
6. Nice JVC AM/FM/CD/MP3
stereo with USB connection, auxiliary input, and detachable faceplate
7. Cold A/C -- a previous
owner had it converted to R134a using all original (not aftermarket) Volvo
parts
8. Recent tires
9. The fan is GOOD (this is a
common problem with 240s, and an expensive fix).
10. ABS brakes and driver's
airbag
11. Cloth interior
12. Did I say it runs like a
top?
I have the car maintained by
local Volvo Guru here in Murfreesboro, TN. He knows Volvos (newer and older) in and out and is familiar with this
car if you want to call him (615-895-0910). According to him here are some issues that need to
be addressed:
1. Rear control arms (he
quoted me a price of $200 for the pair)
2. The brakes squeal and
clunk once in a while, but Ken assures me it's from the non-Volvo brake pads
that the previous owner installed. I'm serious about maintaining my cars so I
promise you if the brakes or anything else was bad, I would fix it or at least
note it here. Ask Ken about it if you like.
3. The warning light for the
head and tail lamps has a faulty relay, so sometimes it stays on. But all front
and rear work lights perfectly (I actually just replaced the left rear tail
light assembly).
4. The cruise control doesn't appear work.
5. If you AutoCheck or CarFax it, you will see an odometer discrepancy between 107, 000 and 123, 000 miles. That IS not due to a rollback -- I ade sure of that before I bought it. it was recorded incorrectly.
I love this car -- if you are
reading this then you know that the 240 is the car that secured Volvo's reputation
as a maker of safe, durable, reliable, and long-lasting automobiles (even
though that rep has changed for the worse with new and more advanced models!), and it is considered somewhat of a classic. The beauty about them and the
secret to their longevity and toughness is their simplicity and
honesty. But I'm moving out of Tennessee and need a
small van, wagon, or even pickup that can haul my gear and in which I can fit a dog crate (so
that's a possibility for a trade). Otherwise I wouldn't hesitate to drive it across country (which is where I'm moving to).
The car is listed elsewhere for sale, so I reserve the right to end this listing early.
update: 2016-04-24
Used |
“A few surface nicks and dimples (with the tiniest bit of corresponding surface rust), but absolutely no rust underneath. Interior has a small crack on the right side the dash and the steering wheel, and there's a small tear on the back of the front passenger seat. Other than these small flaws, the interior is excellent.” |
Year: | 1992 | VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | YV1AS8803N1459682 |
Mileage: | 233,000 | Transmission: | Automatic |
Make: | Volvo | Body Type: | Sedan |
Model: | 240 | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
Trim: | GL Sedan 4-Door | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Engine: | 2.3L 2316CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated | Options: | CD Player, Sunroof |
Drive Type: | RWD | Safety Features: | Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag |
Power Options: | Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows | Exterior Color: | White |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Interior Color: | Blue |
For Sale By: | Private Seller | Number of Cylinders: | 4 |