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Jan 23rd, 2007, 19:35 | #1 |
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Abs?
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A couple of questions for 200 experts. Can anyone tell me when did UK spec 240s get ABS brakes, either as an option or standard equipment, and which model variants had them? Also, is it the same system as fitted to 700 cars? i.e. are the under-bonnet parts interchangeable? Thanks John |
Jan 23rd, 2007, 19:41 | #2 |
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Yes the 240 came with ABS on certain models after 90, my 91 240 SE has ABS as standard. No the 740 system is different, discs are different, sensors are different, control unit is different Richard |
Jan 23rd, 2007, 19:54 | #3 |
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I didn't realise that any UK 240's came with ABS
You lives and you learns. Actually, I think I'm quite thankful that mine didn't something less to go wrong on a 19 year old car?
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Jan 26th, 2007, 12:42 | #4 |
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I had a 'K' plate 240SE and it definitely did NOT have ABS, and the handbook made no mention of it; there wasn't even a warning lamp on the dash. I read somewhere (probably "Car and Driver") that the last year's run of the 240 for the American market was fitted with ABS.
Why do you want the added complication - you'd probably need to replace the entire braking system and plug in another black box, then hope the M.o.T. tester didn't find anything wrong? Cadence braking is cheaper......
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Jan 26th, 2007, 20:32 | #5 | |
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maybe towards the last models produced it was an optional extra just like the Torslanda had various spec items,,,,sunroof,cruise etc. it would be nice to know the definative answer,so come all you 240 nuts what is the answer please. |
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Jan 26th, 2007, 20:53 | #6 |
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Ive searched through all of the old brochures that I have as well as looking on tinternet and I reckon that no UK 240's prior to 1990 had ABS after which is was an optional extra.
Not that I would want one anyway - as has already been stated, its just more to go wrong - best keep it simple me thinks. To tell you the truth I dont like the electric gizmos that they do have such as windows, heated seats etc - I guess they had to be added to justify the relatively high price tag at the time. I would replace the front windows on both of my cars with manual winders if it wasnt such a hassle!
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Jan 27th, 2007, 08:09 | #7 |
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Useful info; thanks all.
I understand the keep-it-simple thinking. Electric seats/windows etc? Completely superfluous extra weight. However, personally I think ABS is an exception and can be a life-saver... maybe a reflection on my driving! I learnt about fixing ABS from an 1985 BMW M535i I owned. Once learned and demystified it's not difficult. I'm thinking of installing it on my next project, hence finding out which Volvos were fitted. Thanks again John |
Jan 27th, 2007, 09:20 | #8 |
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I have one of the last 1993 240SE estate, no ABS. I far as I am aware they were only fiited to US/Canadian models. Regards Peter
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Jan 27th, 2007, 09:49 | #9 |
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I have come across it on one 240 locally - a late model. It is very obvious when you open the bonnet that it is there. I hate driving the car as the brakes eeem to lose their feel. I agree that ABS can have its points but the most important thing is defensive driving.
Mike
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Jan 27th, 2007, 22:31 | #10 |
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Thanks mike well the plot thickens,I must admit my brakes are even more interesting!as my 240 is an automatic i usually end up having to use the brakes more than i would like too,when creeping along in traffic they fade on and off which probaly means the disks are warped.still fantastic breaking and it just passed its mot with flying colours,soon to change the disks and pads anyway but still very interesting.
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