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I think your best bet if you like this car, as already stated, is to see if it has any service records, and take it to a good indie repair shop and let a good mechanic have it say the equivalent of "okay, now cough gently." There are a ton of things on these cars that can cost an inordinate amount of money in comparison to the total purchase price or market value, whichever is lower. I personally think the only way these cars make sense any more is the ability, time, patience, tools and facility to keep them going. At the $95.00 plus parts per hour that my local garage charges, I try to keep my 3 245s out of there as much as possible. It sounds like a pretty good car from the description that you give, but don't be too surprised if you are quickly into it another $500.00 after purchase. Almost all used cars are being sold for the simple fact that another maintenance cycle is due on it, and the owner has grown tired of playing the game. For an absolute appliance, probably a Honda, Datsun, or Toyota would serve you better. For putting a smile on your face, a 240, when it is all working. is hard to beat. Good luck, and remember that this isn't the only old Volvo for sale and available. Let us know what you do!
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