1995 Volvo 850 Turbo 2.3l *mechanics Special* on 2040-cars
Melbourne, Florida, United States
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First the bad news: The car is currently NOT running. It was my daily driver until a heater hose blew out on the highway (heater core was bypassed) and overheated the engine and snapped the timing belt. The cylinder head is warped and the valves are most likely bent. The cylinder head needs to be replaced and or machined and rebuild.
Now for the good news. Other than the engine not running the car is in good cosmetic condition. Paint is fine with a few blemishes, there is a 3/4" x 1.5" area with rust bubbling up under the paint on the side of the roof (see photo). The windows, sunroof, radio, automatic transmission and other electrical components were working fine when the car overheated. The air conditioner did work, however it would only run on full blast, not sure why. The interior is in good shape considering its a '95. The leather seats are worn, however there are no major holes in them, just normal expected wear and tear. With a new cylinder head this would make a great safe and reasonably fuel efficient (21-23mpg) daily driver. I was planning on driving this 850 for many more years, over 300,000 miles, unfortunately, the blown heater hose prevented that. Would also make a good parts car...lots of good parts on this one. 4 speed automatic transmission with sport mode, power sunroof, power windows, tinted windows, 15" alloy wheels, tilt wheel, cruise control, power driver seat, front and side air bags. New front & rear brake pads 900 miles ago, recently replaced motor mount. Keep in mind this car is not running and you will need a trailer to haul it away. I can deliver it to a location in Melbourne, FL & NW or NE Palm Bay, FL for an additional $75. I'm not able to deliver very far from 32901, if you are slightly further out we can discuss a delivery price. Full payment (car and delivery) must be made before delivery. |
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