how many miles will a 240 dl go
don and amy
totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long these
things run, and how much to maintain.
I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about your
experience
Joseph Oberlander
> totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
> obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long these
> things run, and how much to maintain.
Too many miles to count. You will sell it before it stops running, no
joke. 250-400K miles is a common maximum lifespan on the engine before
it needs rebuilding. The brakes and electrical systems will fail long
before the engine gives out.
I would safely say that the car is good until it is about 20 years old.
Enjoy! :)
One In A Million
pressure>>>20psi at idle .
Although ,I have gone through 4 heater motors !!!!!.But, The best part is i
do all my own work on it ,besides saving me a bundle it has made me a wiser
man .
Joseph Oberlander <oberl...@loop.com> wrote in message
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DAHoberg
>things run, and how much to maintain
If not proprely cared for they can be a bit concerting to drive.
Change the oil and filter often. Minimum 3000 miles if "normal" oil, 4000 to
5000 if using synthetic. Address engine running and performance problems
immediately. Do not let them linger.
Change the timing belt at recommended intervals. Be anal about this. It can
leave you stranded in the middle of nowhere with only a tow to get you home.
Cost: Service, if done at a Volvo Dealer, will be expensive. They charge high
like other car dealers. Independent mechanics can save $$ IF they know the
intricacies of the Bosch fuel systems.
If your a do it yourselfer, Pick up a Bentley Manual to start with. At a later
time add the specific Volvo Service manuals if the urge or need strikes. Keep
in touch via this newsgroup and other Volvo help sites on the net.
I bought both my Volvos used. Both had problems. The 85 final repair parts
cost was just over $450 and that was 28,000 trouble free miles ago. The car
was dumped because "no one" in the area could get it to run correctly. After
"they" had screwed it up, tracked the culprit down to a missing O-ring that
allowed a vacuum leak which through the air-fuel mix off. Not finding that
simple $1.00 part at the beginning of the problem cost the previuos owner over
$1000 plus dmaged the parts I had to replace as the various mechanics tried to
compensate for the vacuum leak beyond what the control system could handle.
The 83 cost about $80 to repair. A relay for the overdrive was $45, which was
quoted as a transmission repair of over $1200. The other $ was vacuum hoses
and seals for the injectors. Has run like a dream for 34,000 since.
Other than oil changes and tires the 83 needed a new clutch at 180,000, the 85
a new relay for the OD at 108,000, and both have had there timing belts
changed. Cost per year to maintain both vehicles has been under $500 per year
in parts. I do all my own labor. Your costs may vary.
Duane
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Steve Rogers
vintage motor B21F rather than B230F engine).
My car is running at 215,000 and I plan to take her over 300,000 as I'm
having it completely repainted this year.
Change the oil at 3K religiously, keep up on required maintenance. You
should have the same kind of luck unless some errant driver totals your
car in another manner.
Old Volvos cannot be insured for what they are really worth.
don and amy wrote:
>
> I just bought a clean, 1988 240 dl with 120 k miles. Got an older car
> totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
Four Weis
than 20 years. Mine is an '82 and is still a daily commuting car. Compared
to the newer cars, they are easy and cheap to fix. The 240 is your basic
front engine, rear wheel drive "tank" with a rear differential and frame
that will easily handle the torque from a V-8 Mustang engine. This morning,
I noticed at one light alone, there were three rear wheel drive Volvos.
I am not sure if the '88 has airbags or not, but there is the problem with
small adults and children in the front seat of a car with airbags. My Volvo
does not have airbags or ABS - but we always wear seatbelts and the car has
never been in a accident.
don and amy
James Sweet wrote in message <38D447...@hotmail.com>...
>Keep the oil changed regularly and clean out the flame trap, expect 250k
>minumum, 300k+ is not un heard of.
James Sweet
Number1169
I used to own a 1987 240 DL. I finally sold it when it reached 260K miles.
There was nothing wrong with it, I just got the urge to buy a newer car. Being
very pleased with my first Volvo, my next car was another Volvo. I bought a
1990 740 Turbo because it was a little different than what I had been driving
but, most importantly, it was still a Volvo.
After seeing how well my Volvos had served me, my father bought a 1991 240 and
has been very pleased with it.
Jeff Copeland, Nashville
Michael Cerkowski
>
> What is the "flame trap"?
Volvo's version of a PCV valve. If it blocks, the oil seals
will start to blow. Attached are instructions for replacing them.
--
"Against ignorance, the Dogs themselves contend in vain."
don and amy
Michael Cerkowski wrote in message <38D4C3...@albany.net>...
Jon Hess
don and amy <sludg...@email.msn.com> wrote in message
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S. Wong
than yours. I haven't spent a penny on any repair last year. Fluid changes,
throttle-body cleaning etc I do myself. ( $24 on Syn oil, 2.40 on filter;
$12 on a box of Dexron III, $1.20 on ATF Type F, $4 on antifreeze, $ 1 on
distill water and none on brake fluid so far.)
I think the more you know about the car, and the more you can do your own
maintenance, the cheaper it cost you.
If it was a "pampered car", you can expect it to go 200-300k miles w/o major
work.
BTW: I bump into a friend this morning who told me he just needed some work
done on his Lincoln Continental: one Vac. Booster, one caliper, 1 tie-rod
end and wheels alignment. But the shop talked (or scared) him into
re-surfacing all rotors etc. He unhappily showed me the bill.: $1,000 in
parts, $620 on labor totaling $1,800!
Jon Hess <jon...@mediaone.net> wrote in message
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Rat Patrol
>> It' looks like a pinto now but , who cares the cars got charactor
Dennis ========
================================
Peter Burden
still going well. Great car.
Pat Quadlander
miles and 400,000 miles?
These cars, with basic maintenance, can last one helluva long time. They
are nicknamed "Brick" for their durability.
alrhall
things leaked) when I sold it for $1500 and bought a 94 940 with 88,000 mi
for $10,500 two years ago. The 940 has 192,000 mi now and my biggest
expense so far is a $210 radiator I put in myself. I love Bricks. Closest
thing yet to a free ride.
James Sweet
repair, usually they either get wrecked, or depending on location they
rust to pieces.
RodAP
year. Repairs have been resetting the starter inhibit
switch, new battery (original one died) and new timing
belt. My A/C needs to be checked for a leak but other than
that -- Planning on this one lasting another 10 years.
Like all above said Oil Change!!
This is my 5th Volvo. Had a '78 that got rear ended by a
delivery van - My wife drove away, Rear Door of the S/W
sprung, but the Toyota that also got hit was totaled.
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Joseph Oberlander
a 200 series in all but the outer sheetmetal and the extra 2 cylinders)
got about 260-270K before it was sold due to just being too old to
properly keep up(over 20 years)
Bulletproof engines. Last forever.
UniVerSity
at least.
JM
In article <ucy1avJk$GA.214@cpmsnbbsa02>,
"don and amy" <sludg...@email.msn.com> wrote:
> I just bought a clean, 1988 240 dl with 120 k miles. Got an older car
> totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
> obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long
these
> things run, and how much to maintain.
>
> I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about
your
> experience
>
>
Sent via Deja.com http://www.deja.com/
Before you buy.
Haubenberger Wilfried
So I think that there should be no problem with 120K miles.
Jon Hess <jon...@mediaone.net> schrieb in im Newsbeitrag:
Ns9I4.10537$JE2.1...@typhoon.we.rr.com...
> I got 216K on my 1982 and still love driving it.
>
> don and amy <sludg...@email.msn.com> wrote in message
> news:ucy1avJk$GA.214@cpmsnbbsa02...
Skt105
>> > totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
>> > obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long these
>> > things run, and how much to maintain.
>> >
>> > I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about your
>> > experience
>> >
miles of 250K and I'd drive it across the countty tomorrow. I've taken it into
the dealer for scheduled service every 15,000 miles and changed the oil every
3,000 or so miles. It needs a little attention to rust now which I expect to
deal with this summer. I plan on putting the 300,000 mile emblem on the grill
early in 2004.
Scott Thomas
p...@nospam.com
arm bushings before too long but overall these cars are great.
DanO
is running like a charm. I take it every two years to the same VOLVO
(only volvo) mechanic (not a dealership). He works his magic and
besides break work and oil changes, I do nothing. The car starts the
first time every morning if the weather is 20 below or 100 above.
The only problem I am having at 250 is some electrical issues.
120 is burning in the car....
In article <8d0adb$nc6$1...@nnrp1.deja.com>,
UniVerSity <mick...@my-deja.com> wrote:
> 120k is just warming up. Take good care of her and she'll last to
500k
> at least.
>
> JM
>
> In article <ucy1avJk$GA.214@cpmsnbbsa02>,
> "don and amy" <sludg...@email.msn.com> wrote:
> > I just bought a clean, 1988 240 dl with 120 k miles. Got an older
car
> > totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
> > obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long
> these
> > things run, and how much to maintain.
> >
> > I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about
> your
> > experience
> >
> >
>
> Sent via Deja.com http://www.deja.com/
> Before you buy.
>
--
Go Heavy or Go Home !
Jake Mitchell
<p...@nospam.com> wrote in message
news:3906d6ce....@news.speedfactory.net...
> However, I bet you'll need a wiring harness and control
> arm bushings before too long but overall these cars are great.
>
> >>> > I just bought a clean, 1988 240 dl with 120 k miles. Got an older
car
> >>> > totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
> >>> > obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long
these
> >>> > things run, and how much to maintain.
> >>> >
> >>> > I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about
your
> >>> > experience
> >>> >
One in a million
20 psi at idle 45psi at 2800rpm >>>>33mpg Hwy. >>>>> 21f Carbureted
Dennis
Jake Mitchell <riv...@mc.net> wrote in message
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p...@nospam.com
the wiring harness and/dist Hall sensor, and maybe mass air meter.
Typically, suspension bushings have gone too. Having said all this,
these 240's are great vehicles and the above problems are well worth
fixing if the body is in good shape.
On Wed, 26 Apr 2000 15:35:46 GMT, DanO <DCHA...@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
>
>is running like a charm. I take it every two years to the same VOLVO
>(only volvo) mechanic (not a dealership). He works his magic and
>besides break work and oil changes, I do nothing. The car starts the
>first time every morning if the weather is 20 below or 100 above.
>
>The only problem I am having at 250 is some electrical issues.
>
>120 is burning in the car....
>
>In article <8d0adb$nc6$1...@nnrp1.deja.com>,
> UniVerSity <mick...@my-deja.com> wrote:
>> 120k is just warming up. Take good care of her and she'll last to
>500k
>> at least.
>>
>> JM
>>
>> In article <ucy1avJk$GA.214@cpmsnbbsa02>,
>> "don and amy" <sludg...@email.msn.com> wrote:
>> > I just bought a clean, 1988 240 dl with 120 k miles. Got an older
>car
>> > totaled recently, so we got a good deal on this used 240 dl that had
>> > obviously been pampered. Heard conflicting things about how long
>> these
>> > things run, and how much to maintain.
>> >
>> > I always like the way they looked, and with a family, tell me about
>> your
>> > experience
>> >
>> >
>>
Craig Danyi
for my 87 240GL Wagon. Expect to get the one for 300K in a couple more
years. What a "tank"!!
course, my 74 model 144 had 350k+ on it before I gave it to a Volvo collector.