Buying my first Volvo! Need advice-- 1992 740 Wagon
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Buying my first Volvo! Need advice-- 1992 740 Wagon
Hi Volvo folks!
I'm looking to purchase a 1992 Volvo 740. It's from the original owner, only 119,200 miles on it, seemingly excellent condition. Here's the posting: 1992 Volvo 740 Station Wagon (Gold)
I haven't had a chance to look at it in person yet, but I've spoken to the seller on the phone. The only issues that I know of right now are:
1) broken odometer
2) possible broken speedometer
3) makes a "scratching" sound for a few second when it's started
I'm just wondering if the price they're listing it for is something you guys think is reasonable. It seems a bit high to me, but being new to the Volvo world, I realize I might be missing something.
Any opinions/advice are welcome! Thanks for reading!
I'm looking to purchase a 1992 Volvo 740. It's from the original owner, only 119,200 miles on it, seemingly excellent condition. Here's the posting: 1992 Volvo 740 Station Wagon (Gold)
I haven't had a chance to look at it in person yet, but I've spoken to the seller on the phone. The only issues that I know of right now are:
1) broken odometer
2) possible broken speedometer
3) makes a "scratching" sound for a few second when it's started
I'm just wondering if the price they're listing it for is something you guys think is reasonable. It seems a bit high to me, but being new to the Volvo world, I realize I might be missing something.
Any opinions/advice are welcome! Thanks for reading!
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Yep, trade in value per KBB is in the $1200 range, private sale in the 1800 range. The low mileage is not as important as the age - you will probably need to replace a lot of rubber bits - timing belt/drive belts, vacuum lines, hoses etc. If you like the car, offer $1500 but if you want to spend more, you can shop 850s/V70s and get a car with 50-100 more HP and better gas mileage, better parts availability.
#5
Thanks for the input, everyone.
I thought the price was way out there. I'm glad to have that confirmed.
The Kelly Blue Book price I got was around $2,300, though. I wonder what we did differently.
Am I wrong to assume that this is a good car though, in general? From what I've read, it can last for many many more miles. If they take a *much* lower price, is it worth the investment?
I thought the price was way out there. I'm glad to have that confirmed.
The Kelly Blue Book price I got was around $2,300, though. I wonder what we did differently.
Am I wrong to assume that this is a good car though, in general? From what I've read, it can last for many many more miles. If they take a *much* lower price, is it worth the investment?
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