VIII 74: debut of the series 240; VIII '83: face lifting model, new petrol engine 2,3 l; IX '87: introduction of diesel 2,4 l; VII '91: end of production of the sedan version; V '93: wagon withdrawal.
► Technical data
Chassis: dim. 4785/1707/1435 mm, sedan: 4-Door., great. trunk 615 l; combi: great. trunk 1200 l. Motors: gasoline, 4-cyl.: 2.0/101 KM (carburetor), 2.0/116 (Injection), 2.3/116 (carburetor), 2.3/116-125 (Injection); diesel: 6-cyl., vortex chamber, 2.4/79 KM.
Chassis: rear-wheel drive, trunk 4- or 5-speed. man., 4-run. aut.; independent front suspension McPherson struts, rear rigid axle, coil springs.
► Faults
• wear of the drive system (Clutch, gear shift control)
• engine equipment failures (fuel pump, ignition system)
• burnt gasket under the head
Parts prices in PLN
headlight 883
front fender 1015
complete clutch 824
brake pads (front) 191
windshield of the front door 402
timing drive 349
Volvo 240 2.0, 1990 r.
► Summary
Model 240 is a typical representative of the Swedish concern: not very attractive angular shapes, solid safety body, large space in the interior. For propulsion, rather weak and fuel-hungry ones are used, but extremely durable units. The suspension is a bit too soft.
Car solid and safe Spacious interior Exhaustion