"will_kern" (wckern)
06/07/2014 at 23:16 • Filed to: None
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"will_kern" (wckern)
06/07/2014 at 23:16 • Filed to: None | 1
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I am thinking about getting a !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! ... for 1-1.5 thousand. Should I? Is there anything in particular I should look for?
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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
> will_kern
06/07/2014 at 23:18 |
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Yes, and rust near the pedals. My brother has had 3 240's that all had rust holes in the foot wells.
JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder!
> will_kern
06/07/2014 at 23:19 |
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Seems like a really good deal on a wagon!
Usually only sedans show up in that price. Wagons go for a lot more.
Im trying to get an 88 240 sedan for $1000 so...
itranthelasttimeiparkedit
> will_kern
06/07/2014 at 23:45 |
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That looks like it is in great shape for the price. I don't know crap about volvos in particular but I am researching since I'm on the hunt for a new car...
(someone let me publish to the oppo front page please, I have a "what should I buy" post I need to make)
boxrocket
> will_kern
06/08/2014 at 09:19 |
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As a '90 765 Turbo owner, allow me to recommend the 700/900-series over the 200-series. The 700/900 are only slightly larger, but roomier in just the right places, made better and use better materials, are more comfy, have newer electronics in a good way, and are more "future-proof" as they were made until 1998 as the 90-series, so more and newer/better-condition parts are available. I recommend the Turbo cars rather than the NA and I6 engines, and the sweet spot can arguable be the early 900-series, as they offer multiple airbags, SIPS, and better overall safety and technology, but retain the turbocharged RWD goodness and pre-OBDII diagnostics and emissions and typically aren't subject to emissions tests, which lowers ownership costs. Whichever you choose, perform or have performed a thorough inspection (most places it's under $50, some do it as part of a seasonal package for around $25), looking most especially for rust, frame damage or repair, condition of belts and hoses, condition of the PCV flame trap and Mass Air Sensor, and EVERYTHING electronic. Keep an eye out for leaks and an ear out for unusual noises. Lastly, most anything you can think of has been covered extensively on the internet about these cars, and there are excellent forums and resources available, my favorite of which are TurboBricks.com, SwedeSpeed.com, BrickBoard.com, SwedishBricks.com, and IPDUSA.com. For example, one of the most valuable pages I came across when I first became a Volvo owner were/are these and the linked FAQs: http://www.swedishbricks.net/700900FAQ/FAQS… Not only is the internet your friend, but local forums and owners groups are an invaluable resource, as you never know when you need help doing something or getting a part right away rather than having to scavenge or buy one yourself. We're a loyal and well-knit bunch, and willing to help with any reasonable request (helping replace a clutch for the fourth time in as many months isn't really reasonable, but asking to borrow someone's experience and specific tool to replace a timing belt is).
Happy hunting, and hope to see you "join the club" soon.