Used Volvo 240 for Sale

I purchased a used Volvo 240DL from a dealer in Venice, Ca. This car was to provide transportation for my new family. The model is unaffectionately referred to as a refrigerator on wheels, alluding to it's rectangular shape. This particular model was beige, had a working stereo and 140,000 miles. The transmission was a four speed. The car drove very well. The car was very safe. Even given its age, our 4 cylinder model still got around 20MPG average (city and highway). The comfort and accessories were nothing to write home about, but the seat belts worked, and despite a couple of cracks the dash still held together well.

My current vehicle is a white Volvo 240 station wagon. I have owned this vehicle for over five years and it was purchased from the original owner. Since having this car, I have experienced nothing but positive things and it's very reliable. For a car that is nearly 30 years old, I would say that it rates as an equal with current cars being made today. What I love most about my Volvo is how I never have to worry about it leaving me stranded. It runs like a tank and it is a very solid and well built vehicle. They don't call the Volvo 240 a brick for nothing. Even though 1989 Volvo does not offer the air bags that all current vehicles offer today, I still feel completely safe if I was to ever be in an accident. The air conditioning and heat both run like a top and all other instrument mechanisms work as well. Also, since owning the Volvo, I have had to put very little money into it to maintain it and it still runs unbelievably well. Another perk is with the advantage of having a wagon, I am able to transport and haul lots of items I would not normally be able to do with a sedan. If I had the choice to buy another used Volvo 240 today, I would do it in a heartbeat.

I bought this vehicle mostly because it was the cheapest running thing I could find at the time, and it seemed like it would be a bit of fun with rear wheel drive and a manual. I think it has held up fairly well for its age. It has had a few issues along the way, but that is expected for a 27 year old vehicle with 240,000 miles, and it has never left me stranded in need of a tow.