Volvo 240 Estate
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very well equipped - only complaint is manual rear windows. Parts reasonable when dealer can get them !

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sailed through 3 MOTs without a thing needed. Couple of breakdowns needing towing, cam belt failure and a burnt out HT lead. Fuel costs astronomical around town but 30+ on a run.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Extremely comfortable ride and sharp, precise handling which surprises the boy-racers.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's heavy so its not a pocket rocket - but it does surprise the go-fast hatches with how quick it is off the line.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Generally very good but there are minor electrical niggles. Make sure you clean and replace fuses regularly as they seem to be the root cause.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Its a Volvo... not a boy racer toy.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Its designed for an arctic winter !

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Who would nick a 240 except a 240 owner.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Used independents for service but Volvo parts availability very poor. Car off road 4 weeks after and accident waiting for a mirror!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cam belt broke at 102K miles.

    Other

    Electrical faults - spook warning lights for no reason, earthing on rear lights.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes