Free 240 Towbar - collrct from Thurrock

Stephen Edwin · Sep 18th, 2021, 13:01

To any reasonably established member A Volvo towbar. The type that has a little height adjustment by unbolting and rebolting the towball carrier.

A rear valance cut to suit the towbar is included.

It would take me some time to get the energy to provide photographs. I probably won't achieve that.

Hey. It's a free genuine Volvo towbar.

I can include fixing nuts and bolts, which obviously have cost me money.

I prefer to see this go in to use. A good scrub-up, apply anti corrosion treatment. Cushtie.

Or, I hope not, scrap.

Collection fromThurrock.

Stephen

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john.wigley · Sep 18th, 2021, 13:40

That is a very generous offer, Stephen. I hope it goes to an appreciative home. I wouldn't worry about photographs, I am sure that anyone familiar with these cars will know what one looks like. Out of interest, is there any difference between a saloon and an estate as far as tow-bars are concerned?

Regards, John.

Clifford Pope · Sep 18th, 2021, 15:02

There is basically no difference, but one should bear in mind that an estate is potentially likely to be more heavily loaded, so having the ability to adjust the ball height might be useful.
I recall a camping trip when we had 5 people, a full length roof rack loaded with a heavy tent, a large gas cylinder and cooker, plus a caravan. The back was well down, which needed the ball raising several inches above normal.

On the way home we picked up a heavy garden bench which someone was throwing out.

Stephen Edwin · Sep 18th, 2021, 18:01

Thank you John and Clifford.

I think most 240 owners who want a towbar already have one. Maybe someone will want one now.

This one came with my car. I replaced it with a foldaway one. Neat, and a strong stable tow. Both are genuine Volvo towbars.

My first Volvo was a 244DL. I fitted a towbar from Halfords to that. I wish I still had that DL today. But I moved house and acquired a too small garage. Ouch. Eventually the penny dropped, I got the garage extended and bought a 245.

Stephen

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Othen · Sep 19th, 2021, 09:33

That is a very generous offer - well done to you.

I hope you are able to find a good home for the tow bar.

:-)

BicycleBoy · Dec 18th, 2021, 13:31

Hi Stephen.
I'm a bit late to the party, do you still have the towbar?

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Originally Posted by Stephen Edwin

To any reasonably established member

Hmm. Hope that's negotiable... what do you drink?

I've been lurking for decades, finally registered when I got around to joining the club. A month ago.

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Collection fromThurrock.

In Rainham (the Essex one), so not far.

Stephen Edwin · Dec 18th, 2021, 13:44

Hello and welcome.

I need to sort things out a bit. Perhaps we could collect/meet/deliver in 2022?

It will need a serious clean and paint &c... it has not been stored in ventilated central heating on a carpet ...

It is a genuine Volvo towbar.

Stephen

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BicycleBoy · Dec 18th, 2021, 13:52

Thanks for the welcome, and the offer.
Anytime next year is fine. My 240 is mobile so travel not a problem.

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Originally Posted by Stephen Edwin

It will need a serious clean and paint &c... it has not been stored in ventilated central heating on a carpet ...

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Neither has the car, but I have plans...
Anthony

Sep 18th, 2021, 13:01	#1
Stephen Edwin Premier Member Last Online: Oct 26th, 2023 20:42 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Thurrock	Free 240 Towbar - collrct from Thurrock To any reasonably established member A Volvo towbar. The type that has a little height adjustment by unbolting and rebolting the towball carrier. A rear valance cut to suit the towbar is included. It would take me some time to get the energy to provide photographs. I probably won't achieve that. Hey. It's a free genuine Volvo towbar. I can include fixing nuts and bolts, which obviously have cost me money. I prefer to see this go in to use. A good scrub-up, apply anti corrosion treatment. Cushtie. Or, I hope not, scrap. Collection fromThurrock. Stephen . __________________ *The most savage controversies are those about matters as to which there is no good evidence either way.* —Bertrand Russell

Sep 18th, 2021, 13:40	#2
john.wigley VOC Member since 1986 Last Online: Today 10:54 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Leicestershire	That is a very generous offer, Stephen. I hope it goes to an appreciative home. I wouldn't worry about photographs, I am sure that anyone familiar with these cars will know what one looks like. Out of interest, is there any difference between a saloon and an estate as far as tow-bars are concerned? Regards, John. __________________ Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana .....

Sep 18th, 2021, 18:01	#4
Stephen Edwin Premier Member Last Online: Oct 26th, 2023 20:42 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Thurrock	Thank you John and Clifford. I think most 240 owners who want a towbar already have one. Maybe someone will want one now. This one came with my car. I replaced it with a foldaway one. Neat, and a strong stable tow. Both are genuine Volvo towbars. My first Volvo was a 244DL. I fitted a towbar from Halfords to that. I wish I still had that DL today. But I moved house and acquired a too small garage. Ouch. Eventually the penny dropped, I got the garage extended and bought a 245. Stephen . __________________ *The most savage controversies are those about matters as to which there is no good evidence either way.* —Bertrand Russell

Sep 19th, 2021, 09:33	#5
Othen Premier Member Last Online: Today 15:18 Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Corby del Sol	That is a very generous offer - well done to you. I hope you are able to find a good home for the tow bar. :-) __________________ ... another lovely day in paradise.

Dec 18th, 2021, 13:44	#7
Stephen Edwin Premier Member Last Online: Oct 26th, 2023 20:42 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Thurrock	Hello and welcome. I need to sort things out a bit. Perhaps we could collect/meet/deliver in 2022? It will need a serious clean and paint &c... it has not been stored in ventilated central heating on a carpet ... It is a genuine Volvo towbar. Stephen . __________________ *The most savage controversies are those about matters as to which there is no good evidence either way.* —Bertrand Russell

Sep 18th, 2021, 15:02	#3
Clifford Pope Not an expert but ... Last Online: Today 12:45 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Boncath	There is basically no difference, but one should bear in mind that an estate is potentially likely to be more heavily loaded, so having the ability to adjust the ball height might be useful. I recall a camping trip when we had 5 people, a full length roof rack loaded with a heavy tent, a large gas cylinder and cooker, plus a caravan. The back was well down, which needed the ball raising several inches above normal. On the way home we picked up a heavy garden bench which someone was throwing out.

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