So here's the question: is it worth fixing my beloved 210K-mile car, or should I just call it a day?

Body is near-perfect. Interior likewise. Brakes, suspension, wiring, all in excellent condition. Problem areas include: 1) catalytic converter needs replacement, although not an emergency; 2) oil leaks from front and rear of engine and needs to be topped up every two weeks or so; 3) coolant disappears very, very slowly from reservoir; 4) air conditioning doesn't cool; 5) the engine surges, and then sometimes stalls at idle (runs smoothly once underway, though).

But despite those problems, the car runs great and provides good and useful service.

Comments?

 

I would get it in a better running condition and sell it, and or sell it as is. Get an 850 turbo wagon or 850 T5 wagon.

 

Even a 1996 960 wagon would be good, my dad had one.

 

That would be totally up to you.
The Main $$$ is the oil leaks.
The cat is pretty expensive as well but if it is rattling it is no big deal.

 

I've had the same for 2 years. I plan to keep on fixing until I see rust. Parts will get harder to find and pricey, but so do newer cars. This is a very easy car to work on, so labor (if you're not doing it yourself) should be reasonable. The answer depends on your tolerance for repairs, maintenance and old car weirdness. I'd fix it. give it another year or two, then start looking for another with lower miles.