1984 Volvo 360 GLT 2.0 injection

Summary:

Cheap fun

Faults:

Absolutely nothing.

General Comments:

This car steadfastly refused to die.

When I bought it, it had been owned by the same family from new, and looked immacualate for its age.

When I sold it, it was painted matt black.

I have never had as much fun with a car as I had with this one. It spent roughly half its life being barrelled sideways around islands, doing donuts. and even at one stage driven at over 115mph across an airfield... grass included!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 11th January, 2002

1984 Volvo 360 GLEi 2.0 B20 injection petrol

Faults:

The steering rack failed, and the fuel injection relay needed replacing. I also needed a new battery and a new tyre. But thats about it really.

General Comments:

What a wonderful car. Mine had been soundly thrashed and abused before I got it - but it happily bounced back for more mistreatment from me. I doubt it'll pass its next MOT, but I still managed to sell it for £250.

And I think I'll replace it with another 360. Mine did 20,000 miles in ten months with me in perfect comfort and very quickly too. I even had it up to 120MPH once - and it didn't sound too strained or touch the grey line. I reckon that 130 is a possibility. Not bad for a car that Volvo claim can only do 110.

I can't enthuse enough about this model - go buy one.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd August, 1998

1984 Volvo 360 GLS 2.0 petrol

Faults:

Corrosion on doors, rear number plate panel. Water pump failed. Radiator cracked. Faulty radio. Faulty rear light units. Corroded headlamps.

General Comments:

No street cred, but then not likely to get nicked. Safe, reliable and comfortable. Reasonable performance, well-balanced handling (though level of grip not very high by modern standards), and reasonable fuel consumption. Boot a bit small for size of car. Steering and clutch are heavy. Can get parts at good prices through Volvo Owners Club.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 11th August, 1997

26th Jan 2001, 16:55

I love this car, I am Romanian and I have 2 Volvos (1 x 360 GLT, 1x 340 diesel Rebault 340 DL) and I desperately need a manual for a 1.6 diesel.

I spent many days repairing my car, but I gained experience.

Don't hesitate,

giurcan@europe.com

2nd Mar 2008, 02:08

I am Mario from the Philippines. I am very fond of Volvo cars since my youth. At present five units of different models are in my garage.

I fondly use my 1983 Volvo 360 GLS powered by a B19 engine zenith carburetor. I notice that there is not much information in this model with a B19 engine. Can someone there can assist me of the manufacturing data and existence of this kind still in the road. Mine is with a registered 94864 mileage and in top condition. I just use my 360 GLS as my Sunday car.