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I've got these on classifieds, I apologize for posting them here but the topic of 242ti's (specifically those at around $1K) presented itself. I've got a couple of 242ti's for sale. One silver and one gold the '84 is silver the '82 gold. What follows are my blurbs for each:
The '82 was purchased new by a Volvo mechanic who eventually sold it to his nephew, who really didn't use it, he garaged it, so I was able to buy it. It has a new paint job which is the original color, gold, it has a few small bubbles of rust at the rear bumper and on just under the windshield, typical. I put a bit over 2k into it- new clutch (it's a standard), ball joints, tie rod ends, motor mounts, tune up, new radiator etc. All of the glass is in excellent shape, it has a light tint, the AC works, the tan leather is in very good shape, it has an armrest, an in-dash cd player with 4 new speakers. Factory plastic floor trays, the tires are practically new, the rims are all in very good condition and the center caps are all present. The interior is very nice, the dash has been covered with an IPD plastic cap, leather is in very good condition for it's age, I did cover the front seats with IPD seat covers, as well it's got a new IPD leather steering wheel glove. It's a very nice car. Good and tight. Currently the master cylinder needs to be rebuilt (rebuild kit $26.50)or replaced (new master cylinder $85) you can stop just fine but I can tell it's getting spongy.
The current problem is that the wiring harness is grounding out by the alternator causing the engine to run off the battery which inevitably runs low and eventually makes the car die too, so the wiring at the alternator needs to be repaired, or better, to have the wiring harness replaced.
Wiring harnesses on the '80's 240s are notorious for shedding it's insulation...I bought a new wiring harness for it but haven't installed it, however I can include it with the sale of the car. I replaced the harness on my '84 242 myself, not too bad of a job, I just haven't moved to do it on the '82) . $3200.00 firm.
Now the '84's story: It is my daily driver I communte 50 miles in it everyday.
Car is silver with black leather interior, the front seats are rough and dry, the back seat is in better condition but has rips in the seat bottom.
I recommend having the motor mounts replaced as it would just be a better ride. I have the parts for the engine mounts and tranny mount, which I'll gladly throw in, and I could arrange to have the job done for you if you can pre-pay my mechanic, I could have the car all ready for you to pick up and drive home. Tranny is standard and clashes when shifted into first at except at low speeds, pops out of second when throttle is released (related to motor and tranny mounts being worn out).
It needs to have one of the manifold gaskets replaced (#4) this could be done by me or the mechanic prior to you picking it up. Car also has a warped rotor (not sure which one, if you've ever done brake work, it's pretty easy to replace the rotor does not prevent you from stopping effectively just makes the brake pedal vibrate slightly) and the power steering pump leaks and needs to be replaced. I installed a tail spoiler from a saab on it but have since removed it so the edge of the trunk lid has 4 small holes in it as well as dried adhesive, would be easy to switch out trunk lid as the car needs a paint job anyway. Well worth the $1000.00 I'm asking.
I've owned the car for a year and have driven it daily until the last two months. The car has a new wiring harness installed, while I was in there I replaced the vacuum hoses as well. the tires are OK, probably another year left on them. I recently put new wires/plugs/rotor/cap/ and coil. The AC works, the sunroof works, the electric windows and door locks all work and been recently lubricated. I've recently replaced the in-tank fuel filter, both fuel filters function. The turbo had been rebuilt just before I got it and a new radiator installed as well as timing belt. The turbo rims have some curb rash and one rim has a gash in it from PO, all wheels are true.
I have changed the ignition switch as the old one was failing. All the glass is good, yet the windshield has a crack on the passenger side but does not inhibit view and is not noticable/annoying. Paint is rough, lots of time in the sun,which is mostly why the leather is so dry. Carpet is faded and could be re-died. It's a good car that does need some specific stuff but is better than a beater and could be really good in the right hands.
If you are interested in one or both cars you can call me at 225-342-8160 during the day and 225-692-7030 at night or email joshlasserre@hotmail.com. I'm located just south of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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