1979 Volvo 242 Rare 2 Door Low Miles Excellent Condion on 2040-cars
Boise, Idaho, United States
I worked at the Volvo factory Torslana in Goteborg and helped build the 79 and 80's. Spent the next 35 years as a heavy equipment mechanic. Now I am retired and resurrect these 240's as a hobby. This car ( Curtis is it's name ) belonged to a little old lady who donated it to a local charity. The young lady who bought it never checked the oil. Ruined the motor. I could not see it go to the crusher. So I.Built a new motor including new injectors,serviced and resealed the trans. I installed new shocks and struts, upper strut bearings, ball joints,tie rods, brakes ,including master cylinder,u-joints . New battery, hoses,belts, wipers. etc. Many other new parts and repairs not listed. The odometer had stopped shortly before I got it at 135000, so it has been replaced with one that works showing 68,800. miles. The Michelin tires are 90 %. Recent alignment. The original clock and stereo/cassette player work (( 1979 Grateful Dead concert tape included )) Solid exhaust,heater ,washers. . The seats are sound and the tipping latches work. They are not ripped but faded,thus the Jaguar seat covers .It has only the one rust hole ,the rest is very solid. The doors don't sag or rattle. no drips.Starting bid is equal to what I spent on it. I have too many Volvos ,not enough space. This car is ready to drive anywhere Questions 208-899-5946 happy bidding |
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