Returned to the fold...

dustbin07 · Nov 21st, 2017, 15:54

Hi everyone. Just become a Volvo owner again; previously had a 240 GLT - I wish still had!

But driving around in a characterless modern car, I kept reminiscing fondly of 'Olga'. A rash visit to 'the bay' means I am now owner of a '92 NA estate that needs some love. ..

Looking forward to getting my hands greasy again!

If anyone knows of any breakers with 940/960s M4/M40/A34 corridor, please let me know.

dustbin07 · Nov 21st, 2017, 15:59

Despite quirks (sometimes have to flick wiper stalk to get indicators to work/or cancel!..) getting in my 940 is like returning home, just feels 'right'. Not owned an auto before, but spend so much time in traffic, thought I'd take a rest..........

cpjitservices · Nov 21st, 2017, 16:35

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Originally Posted by dustbin07

Hi everyone. Just become a Volvo owner again; previously had a 240 GLT - I wish still had!

But driving around in a characterless modern car, I kept reminiscing fondly of 'Olga'. A rash visit to 'the bay' means I am now owner of a '92 NA estate that needs some love. ..

Looking forward to getting my hands greasy again!

If anyone knows of any breakers with 940/960s M4/M40/A34 corridor, please let me know.

Sounds good let us have some photos when you get a minute!

dustbin07 · Nov 21st, 2017, 23:00

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Originally Posted by cpjitservices

Sounds good let us have some photos when you get a minute!

It's not pretty at the moment!

Laird Scooby · Nov 21st, 2017, 23:17

Photos will be good then - in a few months time you can look back at how far it's come!

volvo always · Nov 21st, 2017, 23:54

I know what you mean. In 2007 we bought a brand new Toyota corolla linea techno 1.4D4D. Don't get me wrong it was a great car and fault free except a few little niggles, like not being able to open the window a crack as rain would drip on the seats and window switches. Uncomfortable on journeys longer than 2 hours. Fault free in the 30 months of ownership. Huge depreciation when sold as didn't need a LHD!

The biggest thing, was it didn't put a smile on your face and lacked character. It was a tool to get you from A-B.

I replaced it with a 1989 240GLT auto estate 9 years ago and still have it. Also now own a 1996 940 SE LPT auto estate. Both Auto by pure chance. Wouldn't go back to manual for ease in traffic!

James

Nov 21st, 2017, 15:54	#1
dustbin07 New Member Last Online: Jan 20th, 2018 22:26 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Wantage	Returned to the fold... Hi everyone. Just become a Volvo owner again; previously had a 240 GLT - I wish still had! But driving around in a characterless modern car, I kept reminiscing fondly of 'Olga'. A rash visit to 'the bay' means I am now owner of a '92 NA estate that needs some love. .. Looking forward to getting my hands greasy again! If anyone knows of any breakers with 940/960s M4/M40/A34 corridor, please let me know.

Nov 21st, 2017, 23:17	#5
Laird Scooby Premier Member Last Online: Today 00:28 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lakenheath	Photos will be good then - in a few months time you can look back at how far it's come! __________________ Cheers Dave Next Door to Top-Gun with a Honda CR-V & S Type Jag Volvo gone but not forgotten........

Nov 21st, 2017, 23:54	#6
volvo always Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:24 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Midlands.	I know what you mean. In 2007 we bought a brand new Toyota corolla linea techno 1.4D4D. Don't get me wrong it was a great car and fault free except a few little niggles, like not being able to open the window a crack as rain would drip on the seats and window switches. Uncomfortable on journeys longer than 2 hours. Fault free in the 30 months of ownership. Huge depreciation when sold as didn't need a LHD! The biggest thing, was it didn't put a smile on your face and lacked character. It was a tool to get you from A-B. I replaced it with a 1989 240GLT auto estate 9 years ago and still have it. Also now own a 1996 940 SE LPT auto estate. Both Auto by pure chance. Wouldn't go back to manual for ease in traffic! James Last edited by volvo always; Nov 21st, 2017 at 23:56.

Nov 21st, 2017, 15:59	#2
dustbin07 New Member Last Online: Jan 20th, 2018 22:26 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Wantage	Despite quirks (sometimes have to flick wiper stalk to get indicators to work/or cancel!..) getting in my 940 is like returning home, just feels 'right'. Not owned an auto before, but spend so much time in traffic, thought I'd take a rest..........

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