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BigGreenThing · Feb 15th, 2012, 10:31

I also have the Solex Cisac carb on a 240 GLE saloon. Apart from the need to crank a few times when cold/damp/stood for a while, I have no complaints! When at normal operating temperature - it ticks over very smoothly! MPG for its/age/size/engine is reasonable also! No complaints - other than a need for a new battery this winter.

I'm also a lucky guy I reckon! A beautiful motor! Happy days!

JCM · Feb 16th, 2012, 16:05

I have a May '87 GL auto with the 230k engine - runs beautifully at 132k miles and averages between 27 - 29 mpg with, on long runs, 31 possible. And yes, it can also hold its own in the outside lane when asked !

Volvon · Feb 16th, 2012, 22:32

No idea what mine is doing..but its not good. It is acceptable on the motorway at a constant speed, but cold starts and stop start stuff murder the fuel efficiency. So I try to avoid both! Mine is running rich though, gonna tweak the mixture this weekend see if it improves any.

deauville · Feb 18th, 2012, 22:04

this mpg problem seems to be the bigest problem with the 240 series. today i got in touch with dorset lpg for a qoute on converting my car to lpg and they want £1,350 to fit it and although i love my car and have spent a small fortune keeping it in A.1 condition i cant justify spending that much money on a twenty year old car when for a little more i could buy another younger volvo with a factory fitted lpg system. looking through the adverts there are plenty of lgv cars out there. another question i am asking myself is how long would it take to re-coup that outlay. i don't suppose my car would be worth £1,350 if i sold it, thats the problem i am facing at the moment.

wooble · Feb 18th, 2012, 22:34

Dai Brace (classicswede) is an LPG and classic Volvo specialist, he could probably knock you £300 off that price. He is located in North Wales though. I guess it depends on the mileage you do. If you're doing lots of miles, the cost will be recouped within a couple of years, plus LPG fitted cars are worth more 2nd hand, and 240s are appreciating in value at the moment.

deauville · Feb 19th, 2012, 00:28

yes i know that he has already qouted me £1150 but i would probaly loose 200 in fuel living in poole and what happens if there is a problem its a long way to go to get it fixed. mind you i'm not to impressed with his service i have been waiting four weeks for him to send me a french adapter for using in france

LankyTim · Feb 19th, 2012, 09:37

I have an LPG kit from a Volvo 740 in my garage which I intend to fit "soon" The present MPG for a daily driver is a bit much. 26MPG on a stop-start commute. Not bad for a big elderly barge though. I'f I can get 22MPG on gas i'll be happy!

redboy · Feb 19th, 2012, 12:18

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Originally Posted by deauville

this mpg problem seems to be the bigest problem with the 240 series. today i got in touch with dorset lpg for a qoute on converting my car to lpg and they want £1,350 to fit it and although i love my car and have spent a small fortune keeping it in A.1 condition i cant justify spending that much money on a twenty year old car when for a little more i could buy another younger volvo with a factory fitted lpg system. looking through the adverts there are plenty of lgv cars out there. another question i am asking myself is how long would it take to re-coup that outlay. i don't suppose my car would be worth £1,350 if i sold it, thats the problem i am facing at the moment.

I know what you're saying regarding balancing the costs with an older car. However, remember that the 240 will use a much simpler and more reliable LPG system than a modern factory fitted type that has to comply with stricter emissions regulations and such. The appeal of a 240 is their simplicity, and I think that unless you're looking to make a profit on yours, and you are wanting to make your 240 better for your needs, why not go ahead? Remember, people waste 10K a year on depreciation just so they can have the latest number on their plate, so in the grand scheme of things, its not that big of a deal.

deauville · Feb 20th, 2012, 09:25

you are right with what you said redboy so much so that i have decided to go ahead and have the conversion done. going to see the fitters today to book it in. after a lot of thought, and after a year of owning the motor i think i have found a very reliable one and the bodywork is imaculate i think i would be hard pushed to find a better one, and like my old saying and that is if you do have an accident i want to be in a volvo 240!

deauville · Feb 25th, 2012, 11:47

just an update on my lpg conversion i have booked the car into gas power uk in exeter for the 19th of march, cost being £1500. i went down to check the place out yesterday and you couldn't have met a finer group of people. i was shown around the place and saw how they fit the conversion, shown the tank to be fitted and where items would go, also told about the service cover and offered a courtesy car for the time that they have my vehicle. a real worth while visit, can't wait to have it done.

Feb 16th, 2012, 22:32	#23
Volvon Master Member Last Online: Nov 13th, 2020 06:29 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: The Land of Ice & Snow	No idea what mine is doing..but its not good. It is acceptable on the motorway at a constant speed, but cold starts and stop start stuff murder the fuel efficiency. So I try to avoid both! Mine is running rich though, gonna tweak the mixture this weekend see if it improves any. __________________ 1999 V40 1.9D (D4192T2 engine) Current mileage: 211,000 miles Average MPG: 54.4

Feb 18th, 2012, 22:04	#24
deauville Member Last Online: Nov 6th, 2014 00:01 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: poole	240mpg this mpg problem seems to be the bigest problem with the 240 series. today i got in touch with dorset lpg for a qoute on converting my car to lpg and they want £1,350 to fit it and although i love my car and have spent a small fortune keeping it in A.1 condition i cant justify spending that much money on a twenty year old car when for a little more i could buy another younger volvo with a factory fitted lpg system. looking through the adverts there are plenty of lgv cars out there. another question i am asking myself is how long would it take to re-coup that outlay. i don't suppose my car would be worth £1,350 if i sold it, thats the problem i am facing at the moment.

Feb 18th, 2012, 22:34	#25
wooble Stay gold baby! Last Online: Jul 24th, 2022 16:15 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bristol	Dai Brace (classicswede) is an LPG and classic Volvo specialist, he could probably knock you £300 off that price. He is located in North Wales though. I guess it depends on the mileage you do. If you're doing lots of miles, the cost will be recouped within a couple of years, plus LPG fitted cars are worth more 2nd hand, and 240s are appreciating in value at the moment. __________________ Click to see 240 parts I want to give you money for!

Feb 19th, 2012, 00:28	#26
deauville Member Last Online: Nov 6th, 2014 00:01 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: poole	240mpg yes i know that he has already qouted me £1150 but i would probaly loose 200 in fuel living in poole and what happens if there is a problem its a long way to go to get it fixed. mind you i'm not to impressed with his service i have been waiting four weeks for him to send me a french adapter for using in france

Feb 19th, 2012, 09:37	#27
LankyTim Missing the point Last Online: Feb 5th, 2023 23:12 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Stoke-On-Trent View Photos By: LankyTim	I have an LPG kit from a Volvo 740 in my garage which I intend to fit "soon" The present MPG for a daily driver is a bit much. 26MPG on a stop-start commute. Not bad for a big elderly barge though. I'f I can get 22MPG on gas i'll be happy! __________________ Tim 1968 Volvo 145 long term project. Currently without a Volvo daily driver.

Feb 15th, 2012, 10:31	#21
BigGreenThing Senior Member Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 21:01 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Hassocks	I also have the Solex Cisac carb on a 240 GLE saloon. Apart from the need to crank a few times when cold/damp/stood for a while, I have no complaints! When at normal operating temperature - it ticks over very smoothly! MPG for its/age/size/engine is reasonable also! No complaints - other than a need for a new battery this winter. I'm also a lucky guy I reckon! A beautiful motor! Happy days!

Feb 16th, 2012, 16:05	#22
JCM New Member Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 15:04 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Minehead, Somerset	I have a May '87 GL auto with the 230k engine - runs beautifully at 132k miles and averages between 27 - 29 mpg with, on long runs, 31 possible. And yes, it can also hold its own in the outside lane when asked !

Feb 20th, 2012, 09:25	#29
deauville Member Last Online: Nov 6th, 2014 00:01 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: poole	240mpg you are right with what you said redboy so much so that i have decided to go ahead and have the conversion done. going to see the fitters today to book it in. after a lot of thought, and after a year of owning the motor i think i have found a very reliable one and the bodywork is imaculate i think i would be hard pushed to find a better one, and like my old saying and that is if you do have an accident i want to be in a volvo 240!

Feb 25th, 2012, 11:47	#30
deauville Member Last Online: Nov 6th, 2014 00:01 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: poole	240mpg just an update on my lpg conversion i have booked the car into gas power uk in exeter for the 19th of march, cost being £1500. i went down to check the place out yesterday and you couldn't have met a finer group of people. i was shown around the place and saw how they fit the conversion, shown the tank to be fitted and where items would go, also told about the service cover and offered a courtesy car for the time that they have my vehicle. a real worth while visit, can't wait to have it done.

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