So I just bought an '88 240 wagon a week ago and love it so far, but I need to pay some attention to the front brake pads and rotors. I suspect it has the original Volvo rotors and I've heard that they should be replaced instead of turned. Does anyone have a preferred replacement rotor and pads? What retailer has the best deals? Also, am I correct in assuming that the rotors/pads are the same for the Girling and ATE systems? I haven't even had a chance to pull the wheels off to take a close look yet. Is it more likely that the car has Girling or ATE calipers?

 

Just got mine done. I ordered them at car stuff.com

 

Another source is FCP Groton.

http://www.fcpgroton.com/volvo240brake.htm

Front Girlings with vented rotors. Rear ATE.

The genuine Volvo pads are #271666 and $38.50, which does both front wheels. You also need the shims, hardware (for vented rotors), and silicone lube.

The genuine Volvo vented rotors are #270739 and $55 per each rotor. Brembo rotors are OK for just $35 each.

 

Just my input after doing complete front and rear (240 wagon). I bought everything except the front rotors at NAPA. Mainly so I could lay my old stuff next to the new to make SURE I was getting the right part. with mail order you dont know until you receive it and if it is wrong then you have to ship it back- what a pain. NAPA has all that stuff, if you order before 1:00, it is there the next morning. Look closely at the calipers, one I bought had a messed up gasket and blasted fluid when I went to bleed! I know it might not be hig performance- but hey this is a 240 wagon after all...Dave