Faults:

I sold it because my 164 was almost done, and it started having some problems.

The power steering started going out.

Over-drive broke.

Speedo/Odo stopped.

Ball joints (I did replace those).

Needed new exhaust system (I did replace).

Radio no longer worked (put in another stock).

Front speakers blown (back speakers OK tho..)

General Comments:

Never broke down or left me stranded. I only bought it as a temporary car while my 164 was getting its new engine. The engine ran smooth, and didn't leak or burn oil.

I thought the seats were very comfortable, and I felt safe driving it.

People at school generally think it's uncool.

I was surprised how easy it was selling it. I had over 35 responses to buy it. It was no problem, I got exactly back what I paid for it. Minus the repairs I did to it. A lot of people were interested, although some just liked to waste my time, although the third person to look bought it. Nothing more annoying than getting the car ready to show, and they look the entire car over, test driving it for 15 minutes, and then say they didn't think their daughter would like it. Haha are you kidding me?! It's not meant to be a "Cool" car! Haha some people.

Faults:

Lower ball joint's (at 400k, what would you expect!).

Water pump at 350k.

Engine wiring at 350k.

As far as wiring goes on early 80's Volvos, it's common for the insulation to crack open and fall apart.

Brand new wiring kits are pretty chea, and worth it!

You can put 500k on a Volvo and still not burn oil!

General Comments:

Other than the wiring defect that these car's are known for, I would recommend this car to anyone who is looking for cheap transportation, being that they run what seems like literally forever, and due to so many good part's cars in junkyard's, not a bad gig at all.

Oh, and the cargo space and all the leg room in the passenger area, and also knowing how these cars are built. I feel totally safe in any Volvo.

Overall great cars, with classic style, before classic style was cool!

Faults:

I am just writing here to get some information on the 83 245 station wagon model.. anyone who can tell me about the vehicle and their driving experience, problems, etc... I would greatly appreicate.

Thanks.

General Comments:

I am unable to get specifications on this car.. so any information you can tell me would be great.

Faults:

When I bought the car there were minor engine and transmision leaks. But other than that, the car was fine altogether.

General Comments:

I love the room that this car has to offer. Fold down the second seat and you can hold a small table and a few fold-a-way chairs nicely.

However the performance of this car is lacking and 0-20 MPH range. But once you get up to highway speeds it passes nicely and keeps up with traffic without struggling.

I have done all the normal maintnce work to this car my self. It's an easy car to understand and fix.

It has a classy, sophisticated look to it. It stands out from the other cars its around in the car park. I enjoy owning and driving this car. It's a wonderful car to drive on long drives. You don't feel tired after driving long.