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1985 Volvo 240 DL Sedan |
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Specifications:
Description: Offered for sale is the quintessential Volvo 240 Sedan, in Arctic White with a tan cloth interior. In every way, this Florida car is the machine Volvos were meant to be - it's safe, simple to own and operate, reliable, attractively solid, and very, very friendly. This is an endearing car to observe and operate. Cosmetically, the car is in exceptional condition for its age. The paint shines very well and takes a wax nicely, the body panels are straight and true, and the inside is clean and free from any major detractions. There are the usual dings and chips here and there, but they're quite limited and in far fewer frequency than you would expect from a car of this vintage. Corrosion on the body is very limited, and there is none underneath or on the floor pans. Some mild corrosion is visible on the very bottom of the left rear fender well, and a small spot or two in the driver's door jamb. Being a Florida car from day one (delivered at The Collection in Ft. Lauderdale), it was not subjected to salty roads or winter driving. The styled steel wheels with chrome trim rings are simply beautiful, and reminiscent of a 60s design that pleases the eye. A light gold pinstripe runs the length of the car, around the rear deck, and appears very tasteful. The chrome and aluminum trim is in good shape, and the grill and lights are all intact and in far better condition than most. There is a small piece of aluminum trim missing from the bottom of the right rear window frame. The weather stripping is all soft, seals well, and free from tears, and the hood, trunk and doors all close solidly with a European "thud." Original Volvo mud flaps are a useful and attractive touch. Inside is very clean overall, with tan cloth seats and matching carpet. The dashboard has a few sun cracks and some fading on the very top, but it looks good overall, and the cracks are not noticeably detracting. The carpet is clean, complete and free from rips or wear holes, but does have some fading from age. The seats are in good shape, with only a very mild tear on a seam in the driver's seat bottom - it's not particularly bad, and does not show poorly enough to be an issue. The foam on the driver's seat has been flattened a little on the seat back, but they both look very presentable overall, and the adjustments (including lumbar, recline and horizontal position) are smooth and easy. The electrical all works well, and the gauges come to life without hesitation. The turn signals and wipers have no errant behavior, and the climate control works well, with cold AC (professionally converted to the modern and more environmentally friendly R-134) and substantial heat. The glove box is solid and has no sagging or looseness. The visor clips have broken, but this is quite common with these cars, and they are easy and inexpensive to replace. Four Pioneer speakers have replaced the factory ones in the proper locations, and an aftermarket AM/FM cassette player is in the dashboard and works great. The door handles, windows, mirror adjusts, and power central locking all work well, and the back glass has an electric defrost. Mechanically, this Volvo is in very good condition, with low miles for this breed. The four-cylinder fuel injected fires right to life and idles smoothly, with no erroneous noises from the compressor, power steering or alternator. The charging system is strong, and a fresh battery stays at full charge and provides lots of cranking power. Fresh belts and hoses have been installed, and our ASE Certified Master Mechanic has just installed a new timing belt, making this ready for a long trip anywhere. The engine temperature remains as it should when idling, in traffic, or at highway speeds. A new master cylinder has been installed, and the brakes are strong and smooth, stopping the car confidently with no noises or shudders. The transmission and clutch are in good shape, and the car shifts with a legendary Volvo feel. The all-season Firestone radial tires are in good shape with more than half the tread left on them. The electrically activated overdrive works as it should, and the steering is tight and smooth with no play in the wheel. If properly maintained, this Volvo could go another 200,000 miles or more without requiring any substantial servicing. This breed is renowned for its longevity, and this particular car has been well maintained since new, according to all the pertinent signs of mechanical health. There is no engine sludge, and nothing was left neglected or in serious disrepair when we acquired it. The finished trunk is in very good shape, and a spare tire and jack are stowed in the proper location. All in all, this is a particularly clean example of a legendary sedan, with the perfect trim package for a classic Volvo feel. It's short on frills, but does deliver a well engineered feel, an unparalleled safety and dependability record, and a very friendly feeling to own and operate. This is the classic Volvo 240 ordered in just the way it's meant to be - safe, simple and solid.
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