The Brick! 1993 Volvo 240 Wagon, Third Seat, Security System, 150,444 Mi Clean! on 2040-cars
Skokie, Illinois, United States
This is something I’m used to saying about shoes, but now I find myself in the bizarre position of needing to say it about Volvos: I'VE OVER-BOUGHT!! Here’s the story…
I’ve been driving Volvo 240 wagons exclusively for many years now. The wagon I’ve been driving for several years now has started to fall apart a bit, so I decided it would be easiest to simply buy a “new” 1993 wagon and demote my current 1993 wagon to mule – using it only to haul things. So I acquired this beautiful wagon from Massachusetts. But here’s the thing… I’ve always, always wanted (1) to own a 240 sedan that matches my 240 wagon, and (2) to own one of the last 1600 Volvo 240s made, the famous, numbered 1993 240 “Classic Limited Edition”. By the time my “new” wagon – this one I’m selling – had been transported from Massachusetts to my home in the Chicago area, I had found a 240 Classic Limited Edition (#611!) sedan that also just happens to match my 240 wagon – all my dreams rolled into one car! Combine this with the Volvo S90 my husband acquired from St. Louis around the same time, and we have Volvo overload!
I’m going to include (below) the original listing that led me to purchase the car. In addition, I will say that I took the car to my Volvo mechanics (Rolf’s, in Evanston, Illinois, if you want to check them out – they’re tops!) and had them thoroughly inspect the car and fix all problems they found, totaling about $2300. (I’m happy to provide details on request.) In addition, the car has a Viper security system with two remotes as well as an after-market roof rack and after-market radio/CD player. One thing that didn’t get done was the center console housing is broken on the right side (next to the passenger seat; see photo) and the side mirror control on that side doesn’t work. Also, the lock on the rear driver’s side door doesn’t seem to respond with the rest of the locks when the driver’s door is locked or unlocked. The lock functions fine, but only manually. It's a lovely car, but we only have room for three cars, so last in first out! Here's the original listing that led me to the car:
THE BEST OF THE LAST THIS 240 Wagon exemplifies why these very collectible daily drivers have become so desirable. This 2 owner exceptionally clean car in and out has only been driven 9,500 miles in the past ten years by a well-respected Metro North Boston repair facilities owner/tech’s wife. As you can imagine the previous owner kept this one in excellent mechanical condition using only original factory Volvo replacement parts. The timing belt and water pump were replaced 4,000 miles ago @ 146,220 miles. Everything is operational on this car such as the odometer and fuel gauge, also the blower motor/fan has a strong 4 speed heating/defrost delivery system to work along with the A/C system (Volvo R134) to give real comfort in the coldest winters and the worst of the summer heat... Both map pockets on front door doors have just been replaced. The center console that houses the power mirror controls and heated seat switches are also in great condition. The center arm rest (rare) only 93 models is mint with drink holders. Due to fading over the last 20 years I elected to change all the lenses front and rear (head lights, tail lights, and both directional lenses). This 240 has every possible option from heated seats, power mirrors, power windows, and door locks, remote start, key less entry, two sets (key fob), 3rd row seating, roof rack, complete set of factory floor mats (equiv. to weather tech)... Clean Ma. Title and all service records. The only other car I've ever sold was my 1970 Datsun B210 many, many years ago (and I'm actually really sorry I didn't hang on to that one!), so if I haven't included some information, please don't hesitate to contact me with questions, or to contact Rolf's for their take on the car. Of course you're welcome to schedule a time to come by and look at the car in person and take a test drive. If you're far away, we're also happy to help facilitate shipping. Having recently shipped 3 cars ourselves, we've done the research and know what carriers are the best rated for the money. If you wonder why the weather looks so lovely in some of the photos I've included here, it's because 've had to rely on the original listing photos for the outside shots as the car is currently covered with snow, as you can imagine, though I've added some interior photos I just took today. Again, don't hesitate to contact me with questions or to schedule a test drive. And don't be afraid to make an offer! I promise we'll seriously consider all offers and answer promptly and politely! About this sale... |
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