244 and 240 differences?

Aubergine S70 · Mar 1st, 2018, 15:46

I may seem a bit of an idiot but I’ve always wondered what’s the difference between a 240 and 244. I’m asking this as I grandad had one from 1986 to 1997 in blue with a blue interior. Unfortunately it got write off in a collision with a motorcycle, and inevitably got scrapped.
Thanks

Antz · Mar 1st, 2018, 16:46

A 244 was a 200 series, 4 cylinder, 4 door saloon.
A 245 was a 200 series, 4 cylinder, 5 door estate.

A 240 was the later rebranded and simplified version to incorporate both body styles into one name of "240".

classicswede · Mar 1st, 2018, 17:04

And 242 was a 2 door

240 covers all the option. The type number stayed 242/244/245 even after the badge changed to just 240 for all door options

nu11eaf · Mar 1st, 2018, 20:41

Or in simple terms, the only difference is the badge. 240/244 are the same car.

Clan · Mar 1st, 2018, 21:33

264 was a luxury 244 with a V6 :-)

dan 244 · Mar 1st, 2018, 22:24

265 V6 Estate as well, 262c V6 2 door coupe and in North America 262 a 2 door with standard roof line.

Would love to know how many, if any of these rare models are still around!

Don’t think I have seen a 265.

liamcafs · Mar 2nd, 2018, 09:03

Check out various models here, if you click the model name you get more information.

https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/?utf8=...93&q=volvo+265

Clifford Pope · Mar 3rd, 2018, 08:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by nu11eaf

Or in simple terms, the only difference is the badge. 240/244 are the same car.

Not quite. A 244 can only be a saloon, a 240 can be a saloon or an estate.

Triple-S · Mar 3rd, 2018, 09:18

Dan - there are a few of both around. I sold my 264 and 265 to an enthusiast in Wales a couple of years back after I streamlined my interests. Then there is the NEC-show exhibitor 265 based on the south coast....
Another friend has a 265 too, but I haven't seen that yet, and there are several 262s on the show circuit: you really should get out more!!!

P

blueblock · Mar 3rd, 2018, 10:37

Don't forget that mad 263 fastback concept that's now in the museum. I'd love one of those.

Mar 1st, 2018, 15:46	#1
Aubergine S70 Senior Member Last Online: May 31st, 2024 20:28 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: West Yorkshire	244 and 240 differences? I may seem a bit of an idiot but I’ve always wondered what’s the difference between a 240 and 244. I’m asking this as I grandad had one from 1986 to 1997 in blue with a blue interior. Unfortunately it got write off in a collision with a motorcycle, and inevitably got scrapped. Thanks

Mar 1st, 2018, 16:46	#2
Antz No I'm not the redhead Last Online: Nov 25th, 2022 09:49 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: North Yorkshire Coast	A 244 was a 200 series, 4 cylinder, 4 door saloon. A 245 was a 200 series, 4 cylinder, 5 door estate. A 240 was the later rebranded and simplified version to incorporate both body styles into one name of "240". __________________ 1988 Volvo 240 GLT T5 Swap a T5 motor into your RWD Volvo:The Guide

Mar 1st, 2018, 17:04	#3
classicswede Trader Volvo in my veins Last Online: Yesterday 19:48 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Anglesey	And 242 was a 2 door 240 covers all the option. The type number stayed 242/244/245 even after the badge changed to just 240 for all door options __________________ http://www.classicswede.org www.classicswede.co.uk

Mar 1st, 2018, 21:33	#5
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 13:51 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	264 was a luxury 244 with a V6 :-) __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Mar 2nd, 2018, 09:03	#7
liamcafs Member Last Online: Oct 13th, 2021 16:10 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Milford Haven	Check out various models here, if you click the model name you get more information. https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/?utf8=...93&q=volvo+265 __________________ '95 960 RWD 105k miles (Donor Vehicle) '87 240 RWD 92k miles '02 S40 FWD 100k miles '99 V70 AWD 155k miles SOLD Link to my 240 Engine Swap Build Thread

Mar 1st, 2018, 20:41	#4
nu11eaf Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:24 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Yorkshire man living in County Durham	Or in simple terms, the only difference is the badge. 240/244 are the same car.

Mar 1st, 2018, 22:24	#6
dan 244 Master Member Last Online: May 29th, 2024 22:37 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Norwich	265 V6 Estate as well, 262c V6 2 door coupe and in North America 262 a 2 door with standard roof line. Would love to know how many, if any of these rare models are still around! Don’t think I have seen a 265.

Mar 3rd, 2018, 09:18	#9
Triple-S How Old? Last Online: May 31st, 2021 12:28 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: redhill	Dan - there are a few of both around. I sold my 264 and 265 to an enthusiast in Wales a couple of years back after I streamlined my interests. Then there is the NEC-show exhibitor 265 based on the south coast.... Another friend has a 265 too, but I haven't seen that yet, and there are several 262s on the show circuit: you really should get out more!!! P

Mar 3rd, 2018, 10:37	#10
blueblock Junior Member Last Online: Mar 9th, 2019 14:49 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Sheffield	Don't forget that mad 263 fastback concept that's now in the museum. I'd love one of those. __________________ Ed 1993 240 SE Estate 2001 V70 SE 2.4 170

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