I'm thinking about buying a Volvo...

JCE · June 4th, 2008, 04:04 AM

Someone here in my town is selling a white 1992 Volvo 740...for...are you ready? $350. Needs a water pump/thermostat, alternator, and maybe a starter. I don't think I can pass this up. If I sell some of my unwanted Camaro parts I'm getting it this weekend. I don't know what trim it is or whether its a turbo or manual transmission. But, the most important thing is its a bloody Volvo and its cheap. images/smilies/mrgreen.gif

If it IS a turbo and manual I found my autocross car. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

So, the main point to this topic is I need some info regarding the 740. So whatcha got for me ladies and gents?

*edit*
P.S. And yes this would make THREE project cars. I'm a sucker for a good deal. I bought the Camaro for $100, the Daytona Shelby for $200, and now possibly a Volvo for $350. images/smilies/lol.gif

Can I stop?

Spectre · June 4th, 2008, 04:38 AM

Hm. There is no such thing as a "cheap Volvo that needs a little work." They all become expensive in a hurry.

Besides, unless it's a turbo or a diesel, you should walk away from it. It's not fast and it's not fuel efficient. Well, unless you want to put an LS1 into it like that guy on Ricekiller.

JCE · June 4th, 2008, 04:50 AM

If I can get the car daily drivable for less than $1,000 that's worth it to me. I don't care if its not fast or economical--I drive a Camaro V8 daily remember gas mileage means nothing to me. I can always drop another drivetrain in that car to MAKE it fast if I wanted to. I just want some personal experiences with this gen Volvo and what sorts of numbers this car has. Weight, power, etc.

No Boss · June 4th, 2008, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Spectre

Well, unless you want to put an LS1 into it like that guy on Ricekiller.

Volvette?

http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/6166/2196921241fullct8.jpg

I'm new to the Volvo - Swede world, so the only stuff I know is about my S60 R, but I'm slowly learning.

Spectre · June 4th, 2008, 05:10 AM

1992 LOLVO/ovloV 740 Wagon (since they're almost all Wagons) stats:

Curb Weight: 3082 lbs
Engine: 2.3L I4
Power: 114hp@5400rpm, torque 136 ft-lbs@2750rpm
0-60: About 12 seconds.

JCE · June 4th, 2008, 05:27 AM

This one's a saloon. I can't see it not being a good deal if its only $350 and less than $600 to get it running well. Plus, as a bonus this is really just a temporary daily driver until my Camaro gets its drivetrain overhauled then the Volvo will be turned into my autocross car.

torqueless · June 4th, 2008, 05:43 AM

i had a 940.

great fantastic car. would run like a champ. bulletproof. everything was real easy to fix.

i miss it so, my mom killed it images/smilies/sad.gif

fbc · June 4th, 2008, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by No Boss

Volvette?

http://pic.phyrefile.com/a/an/anonymous/2008/06/04/funny-pictures-cat-wants-turkey.jpg

Karoug · June 4th, 2008, 09:21 AM

I have a 745 and i never had any problem with it. My grandfather bought it new in '89 and apart from the normal wear and tear those cars are bulletproof, all the electrics still works, and it's more comfy than most modern cars.. But i have the GLT that's the 2,3L 16V "fast" version.. images/smilies/tongue.gif

airmenair · June 4th, 2008, 01:22 PM

Do it! And then you can become and exclusive member of the prancing moose club!

http://www.davebarton.com/Volvomoose-plain_lo-res.JPG

http://images.cafepress.com/product/208668801v24_240x240_Front_Color-Red.jpg

public · June 4th, 2008, 05:10 PM

I thought that was more of a Saab thing.

No Boss · June 4th, 2008, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by public

I thought that was more of a Saab thing.

A lot of the guys on the Swedespeed.com boards have them.

Kip_6666 · June 4th, 2008, 07:26 PM

I see them way more on volvos.

But I don't see why they wouldn't suit a saab.

Cobol74 · June 4th, 2008, 07:33 PM

Still see quite a few 740s and 760s here, better car was the 850 IMHO - work collegue has 150,000 mile model still on its original clutch! I would agree with Spectre though, bugger when they do go wrong - expensive parts here at least.

Spectre · June 4th, 2008, 07:37 PM

I'm actually surprised that nobody's picked up on the "ovloV" comment yet. Or asked where that comes from. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

argatoga · June 4th, 2008, 07:46 PM

I had a '94 850 Turbo which was a completely different beast than the 700/900 series. It was fun, but expensive to fix when things went wrong (which sadly wasn't a rare occurrence). Being as the 700 series dates back to the Bronze Age I would assume it would be pretty cheap and simple to fix.

Polly · June 4th, 2008, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spectre

I'm actually surprised that nobody's picked up on the "ovloV" comment yet. Or asked where that comes from. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Go on..

Spectre · June 4th, 2008, 09:30 PM

Bikers call them "ovloV's" because that's the last thing we see in our rearview mirror (an inverse Volvo logo) right before the oblivious smug ("I'm in a Volvo and can't be hurt, why should I pay attention to anything?") idiot in the Volvo plows into us from behind.

JCE · June 5th, 2008, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by airmenair

Do it! And then you can become and exclusive member of the prancing moose club!

I'd rock that shirt!

Quote:

Originally Posted by argatoga

I had a '94 850 Turbo which was a completely different beast than the 700/900 series. It was fun, but expensive to fix when things went wrong (which sadly wasn't a rare occurrence). Being as the 700 series dates back to the Bronze Age I would assume it would be pretty cheap and simple to fix.

The starter is around $120, the water pump is $24 and the alternator is around $160. Otherwise its not too bad to fix. I'm seriously considering getting this. I don't know yet.

public · June 5th, 2008, 01:43 AM

A canary yellow T5-R would kick so much ass.

June 4th, 2008, 04:04 AM	#1
JCE Previously Known As JCE3000GT Joined: Apr 12th, 2005 Last Online: October 5th, 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Age: 29 Posts: 480 Car: 1990 Chevrolet Camaro RS V8 Rep Power: 18	I'm thinking about buying a Volvo... Someone here in my town is selling a white 1992 Volvo 740...for...are you ready? $350. Needs a water pump/thermostat, alternator, and maybe a starter. I don't think I can pass this up. If I sell some of my unwanted Camaro parts I'm getting it this weekend. I don't know what trim it is or whether its a turbo or manual transmission. But, the most important thing is its a bloody Volvo and its cheap. If it IS a turbo and manual I found my autocross car. So, the main point to this topic is I need some info regarding the 740. So whatcha got for me ladies and gents? edit P.S. And yes this would make THREE project cars. I'm a sucker for a good deal. I bought the Camaro for $100, the Daytona Shelby for $200, and now possibly a Volvo for $350. Can I stop? __________________ Car Domain (Camaro) - Car Domain (Daytona)- Exhaust (Camaro)

June 4th, 2008, 04:38 AM	#2
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 05:05 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 3,024 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 52	Hm. There is no such thing as a "cheap Volvo that needs a little work." They all become expensive in a hurry. Besides, unless it's a turbo or a diesel, you should walk away from it. It's not fast and it's not fuel efficient. Well, unless you want to put an LS1 into it like that guy on Ricekiller. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

June 4th, 2008, 04:50 AM	#3
JCE Previously Known As JCE3000GT Joined: Apr 12th, 2005 Last Online: October 5th, 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Age: 29 Posts: 480 Car: 1990 Chevrolet Camaro RS V8 Rep Power: 18	If I can get the car daily drivable for less than $1,000 that's worth it to me. I don't care if its not fast or economical--I drive a Camaro V8 daily remember gas mileage means nothing to me. I can always drop another drivetrain in that car to MAKE it fast if I wanted to. I just want some personal experiences with this gen Volvo and what sorts of numbers this car has. Weight, power, etc. __________________ Car Domain (Camaro) - Car Domain (Daytona)- Exhaust (Camaro)

June 4th, 2008, 05:10 AM	#5
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 05:05 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 3,024 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 52	1992 LOLVO/ovloV 740 Wagon (since they're almost all Wagons) stats: Curb Weight: 3082 lbs Engine: 2.3L I4 Power: 114hp@5400rpm, torque 136 ft-lbs@2750rpm 0-60: About 12 seconds. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

June 4th, 2008, 05:27 AM	#6
JCE Previously Known As JCE3000GT Joined: Apr 12th, 2005 Last Online: October 5th, 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Age: 29 Posts: 480 Car: 1990 Chevrolet Camaro RS V8 Rep Power: 18	This one's a saloon. I can't see it not being a good deal if its only $350 and less than $600 to get it running well. Plus, as a bonus this is really just a temporary daily driver until my Camaro gets its drivetrain overhauled then the Volvo will be turned into my autocross car. __________________ Car Domain (Camaro) - Car Domain (Daytona)- Exhaust (Camaro)

June 4th, 2008, 05:43 AM	#7
torqueless Joined: Feb 5th, 2007 Last Online: Yesterday Location: road atlanta Posts: 311 Car: rsx type s Rep Power: 9	i had a 940. great fantastic car. would run like a champ. bulletproof. everything was real easy to fix. i miss it so, my mom killed it __________________ wtb: battletoads for wii, pm me

June 4th, 2008, 09:21 AM	#9
Karoug Joined: Apr 5th, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Sweden Age: 30 Posts: 1,855 Car: Volvo 745GLT! 3 bikes Rep Power: 22	I have a 745 and i never had any problem with it. My grandfather bought it new in '89 and apart from the normal wear and tear those cars are bulletproof, all the electrics still works, and it's more comfy than most modern cars.. But i have the GLT that's the 2,3L 16V "fast" version.. __________________

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airmenair Joined: Aug 18th, 2005 Last Online: 01:42 AM Location: Arlington, Texas, USA Posts: 1,114 Rep Power: 26	Do it! And then you can become and exclusive member of the prancing moose club!

June 4th, 2008, 05:10 PM	#11
public Joined: Nov 26th, 2007 Last Online: 01:20 AM Location: Finland Posts: 408 Car: Mazda 323 '93 Rep Power: 14	I thought that was more of a Saab thing.

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Kip_6666 I Bought This Title :o Joined: May 17th, 2004 Last Online: Yesterday Location: The Netherlands Age: 22 Posts: 2,960 Car: Saab 93 2.0t @ stage 3 now Rep Power: 31	I see them way more on volvos. But I don't see why they wouldn't suit a saab. __________________ http://www.internet-memes.com My Flickr

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Cobol74 Joined: Mar 21st, 2006 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Southampton Posts: 5,813 Car: Vauxhall Zafira 1.9 TDI Slush box. Rep Power: 50	Still see quite a few 740s and 760s here, better car was the 850 IMHO - work collegue has 150,000 mile model still on its original clutch! I would agree with Spectre though, bugger when they do go wrong - expensive parts here at least. __________________

June 4th, 2008, 07:37 PM	#15
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 05:05 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 3,024 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 52	I'm actually surprised that nobody's picked up on the "ovloV" comment yet. Or asked where that comes from. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

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argatoga Can't Start His Wank Joined: Oct 4th, 2005 Last Online: 03:10 AM Location: Washington State, USA Age: 25 Posts: 1,972 Car: '97 Mustang GT, '78 MG Midget (12a swap) Rep Power: 48	I had a '94 850 Turbo which was a completely different beast than the 700/900 series. It was fun, but expensive to fix when things went wrong (which sadly wasn't a rare occurrence). Being as the 700 series dates back to the Bronze Age I would assume it would be pretty cheap and simple to fix. __________________ "Until a President is killed in a 300c, it can NEVER be as awesome as the Lincoln Continental." - thedguy "But to take alobohol rectally... Couldn't that kill a man?!?" - Austere "If you think about it breast implants aren't much different than braces. Their main purpose is to improve one's appearance, at least that's how it was in my case." - KaJun

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Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 05:05 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 3,024 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 52	Bikers call them "ovloV's" because that's the last thing we see in our rearview mirror (an inverse Volvo logo) right before the oblivious smug ("I'm in a Volvo and can't be hurt, why should I pay attention to anything?") idiot in the Volvo plows into us from behind. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

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public Joined: Nov 26th, 2007 Last Online: 01:20 AM Location: Finland Posts: 408 Car: Mazda 323 '93 Rep Power: 14	A canary yellow T5-R would kick so much ass.

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