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Is it possible to fix 850 1995

posted by  gzulli on  Fri Nov 11 07:31 CST 2011
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Thanks for all your help in deciding what to do with the family 850. Well it looks like I have to part with our 850 after all. I bough the car new in 1995 for safety reasons and seeing how many systems are in need of being checked or replaced I will always be questioning what may be wrong. Besides, any wire rubbing metal could cause me hours of headaches figuring out were the short is, etc. Having to find a parasitic drain this spring makes me appreciate a good working electrical system. I did get some numbers to fix by a reputable Volvo shop but I think it is time to part ways.

The good news is people buy our old Volvo's in the event of an accident totaling the car. Apparently enough people drive without checking the oil or trans fluids and good working parts cars are in demand. Example, I have no usable hood, front fenders, lights or bumper and I had offers of $350 from a local pick-n-pull to $600 from a Volvo shop that takes parts for customer cars. The shop that towed my car from the accident scene offered to "get rid of it" for free. The look on his face told me to start making calls.

I may have found a replacement 850 in my area. I'm taking a look hopefully after work today. I may have a picture to post soon.


RIP 854 GTA






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