always wanted a volvo wagon...240 /740/ 940

so I hav eabout 800 to 1500 bucks

I would like any of these


in this order


740 turbo

740
940 turbo
940

240


in a wagon....


now, what do I look for when buying? just running stopping etc....

any trouble spots...

I worked as a mechanics assistant gopher....so I know a little about
this stufff



I am ready to pull the trigger, so I have a car to get me thru the tri
state winters....ny nj ct....


any ideas where to find one for sale?

any help you can provide.....


what would be a good choice?



I would like a 740 turbo, about 87-1990, about 1000 bucks.....and ready
to go.....maybe fix a thing or two.....


am I dreaming?


will 500 more dollars turn the dream into a reality>?

thanks

 

Great link for 700 and 900 series Volvos...

http://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/BuyingUsed7xx.htm

As for where to look: craigslist.com.

 

craigslist.org

 

Ah, I never noticed the "org"

Craigslist is a true phenomenon.

IPD also offers a free classified / for sale board:

http://www.ipdusa.com/ClassifiedAdIndex.aspx

Autotrader.com might be worth looking at, too.

 

Your message reads like an old Burma Shave roadside advertisement. Try
not pressing return after every word.

All are fine cars. Personally I would look at the 960 wagon which is
not on your list. Biggest issue for cars of that age will be how well
they were maintained. Check the service records and have the car
inspected by a competent mechanic.

Next to be concerned about is rust if you are buying a car from an area
that salts the roads a lot. I would avoid a 15 to 20 year old car from
places that get snow and ice. $1,000 will get you a car with close to
200,000 miles. I would stay away from engines with turbos at that age
cause the compressor is probably getting ready to fail.

 

I didn't see the 850's on your list, but that would be the top of mine.
I'd look for a mid 90s model and I'd steer clear of the turbos. Just
my $.02.

 

Ah but the turbos are by far the most enjoyable to drive, and tend to
hold up about as well as the NA motors.

 

thanks!

this has helped.....since I posted....I ....


searched craigs list
found a 760 turbo wagon

bought it!

spent 500 bucks...


1987 765 ti with 225k miles


burma shave!!!!


search my name...acapaldi....to find out more about the car...will
post....

picking it up this sat......

 

Replace the engine wiring harness if not done already and you should
have a nice car with a bit of cleanup.