Volvo 940 740 estate - Page 3

Moomoo · Jul 15th, 2023, 18:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by baggy798

You loved it so much... you got rid of it.

Yes! 2002.

Moved on.🤨

940volvoman · Jul 16th, 2023, 14:58

"Unless you particularly want the RWD characteristics of the 7 and 9 series cars, Steven, may I suggest that you might also consider adding an early V70 to your list.

When our long-term ownership 745 finally died of terminal corrosion in 2016, we looked in vain for a suitable replacement. We eventually settled on a late P1 (2000 'V' reg) that was tucked away in the corner of the dealer's forecourt. Long story short; we bought it 'as seen' with 118K up for £550. We have it still, now with 135K up, Apart from routine maintenance and MOTs, all it has required is attention to the brakes and tyres.

A very worthy car; almost, but not quite, as commodious as the 7 and 9 series and well within your budget. They are FWD of course, and after the RWD cars, the steering lock is enormous! Mine even came with the integrated kiddie seat in the centre of the rear seat, as well as the rear facing child seats in the boot, neither of which I have a use for, but which could be useful to you with your new addition.

Being newer, there are probably still more around to choose from, too!

Regards, John."

Are you saying here,John that the turning circle on a V70 is good?

john.wigley · Jul 16th, 2023, 15:18

On the contrary; I always found the tight turning circle of the RWD cars a tremendous advantage when manoeuvring in difficult situations, and consider that of the FWD cars the worst feature of the car to the point of embarrassment!

In posts elsewhere I have likened that of the 7/9 series as being between curbs and that of the V70 between towns - it is that HUGE!

Regards, John.

Moomoo · Jul 16th, 2023, 19:02

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266337129...Bk9SR9C06v2rYg

Worth pushing the boat out?

Othen · Jul 16th, 2023, 20:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moomoo

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266337129...Bk9SR9C06v2rYg

Worth pushing the boat out?

Nice alloy wheels

Moomoo · Jul 16th, 2023, 20:40

Gone !🤨🤨

Stevendefenderpric · Jul 17th, 2023, 23:41

Wow that was a really nice one. They certainly don't hang about for long. Be interesting to see what pops up. Thanks guys.

Moomoo · Jul 19th, 2023, 20:10

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126020290...Bk9SR6bX9vitYg

Any good?

Stevendefenderpric · Jul 19th, 2023, 20:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moomoo

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126020290...Bk9SR6bX9vitYg

Any good?

Looks really good thanks. Ends after another one I'm after aswell.

Afew pop up but they sell so quickly. Determined to be an old Volvo owner

360beast · Jul 19th, 2023, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moomoo

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126020290...Bk9SR6bX9vitYg

Any good?

That's one of those rare 16V turbos that have managed to lose 8 valves.

There's absolutely no way they're getting 28mpg around town in a 2.3LPT with a slushbox!

Jul 16th, 2023, 15:18	#23
john.wigley VOC Member since 1986 Last Online: Today 09:02 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Leicestershire	On the contrary; I always found the tight turning circle of the RWD cars a tremendous advantage when manoeuvring in difficult situations, and consider that of the FWD cars the worst feature of the car to the point of embarrassment! In posts elsewhere I have likened that of the 7/9 series as being between curbs and that of the V70 between towns - it is that HUGE! Regards, John. __________________ Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana .....

Jul 16th, 2023, 19:02	#24
Moomoo VOC Member Last Online: Today 09:01 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Ashbourne	https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266337129...Bk9SR9C06v2rYg Worth pushing the boat out? __________________ It’s pointless having a battle of wits with unarmed people!

Jul 16th, 2023, 20:40	#26
Moomoo VOC Member Last Online: Today 09:01 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Ashbourne	Gone !🤨🤨 __________________ It’s pointless having a battle of wits with unarmed people!

Jul 19th, 2023, 20:10	#28
Moomoo VOC Member Last Online: Today 09:01 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Ashbourne	https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126020290...Bk9SR6bX9vitYg Any good? __________________ It’s pointless having a battle of wits with unarmed people!

Jul 16th, 2023, 14:58	#22
940volvoman Master Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2024 17:33 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Burgess Hill	"Unless you particularly want the RWD characteristics of the 7 and 9 series cars, Steven, may I suggest that you might also consider adding an early V70 to your list. When our long-term ownership 745 finally died of terminal corrosion in 2016, we looked in vain for a suitable replacement. We eventually settled on a late P1 (2000 'V' reg) that was tucked away in the corner of the dealer's forecourt. Long story short; we bought it 'as seen' with 118K up for £550. We have it still, now with 135K up, Apart from routine maintenance and MOTs, all it has required is attention to the brakes and tyres. A very worthy car; almost, but not quite, as commodious as the 7 and 9 series and well within your budget. They are FWD of course, and after the RWD cars, the steering lock is enormous! Mine even came with the integrated kiddie seat in the centre of the rear seat, as well as the rear facing child seats in the boot, neither of which I have a use for, but which could be useful to you with your new addition. Being newer, there are probably still more around to choose from, too! Regards, John." Are you saying here,John that the turning circle on a V70 is good?

Jul 17th, 2023, 23:41	#27
Stevendefenderpric New Member Last Online: Mar 1st, 2024 18:37 Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: Roadwater, Watchet	Wow that was a really nice one. They certainly don't hang about for long. Be interesting to see what pops up. Thanks guys.

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