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What is the latest volvo wagon (RWD) with a manual transmission? Overseas?

posted by  someone claiming to be Steve Long on  Sun Nov 27 06:15 CST 2005 [RELATED]

Hello,

I have a 1986 745 with a manual transmission. It runs great but the body is starting to rust from years of salt in the winter time. I would love to find another such car.

I have heard that after about 1990, the manual transmission RWD cars are very rare. I would love to find a 1995 945 turbo with a manual transmission, if there ever was such a beast. Could I get one overseas? What are my options?

I have thought of taking my transmission out of my 1986 745 and putting it in a 945 turbo. But, I have a couple of hestiations: 1) 225K miles on the transmission, 2) different (lower) final drive gear ratio due to a different rear differential - that would reduce fuel economy, 3) finding a shop to do it right- managable, 4) cost, although not as important if reasonable.

What do you think? Do I need to let my dream die? The 1986 745 has been in my family since new - I love the ability to work on it myself, its versatility, and the way it drives.

Thanks,
Steve Long





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