1989 Volvo P245

Highlights

Collector's registration document
Full service history with detailed records
Engine replaced in April 2023
MOT valid until September 2028

The Plus

When it was launched, the Volvo P245 quickly established a reputation as a leader in safety. That's partly because much of its design was adapted from Volvo's safety-focused VESC concept car. These robust estate cars, as safe as houses, were built so rigorously that they set the benchmark for safety developments in the US.

Add to that an incredibly practical estate body, the proven B-series engine and the irresistible shovel nose... and you have one of the most respected cars of its time. Over 2,860,000 were produced during its career, and it's not unusual to still see them on the road.

This P245 is a particularly well-kept model, having had its engine replaced in April 2023. It still has many years ahead of it on its CT and, as you'd expect from any Volvo, it's a car that's as robust and highly efficient as ever.

History and Documents

Year of registration: 1989
Collector's registration document
Matching serial numbers
MOT valid until September 2028
The seller has provided this available history :
- 16/07/2019 : Conversion to new registration format
- 31/03/2004 : Change of owner
- 08/08/2003 : Purchase or trade-in
- 24/12/1999 : Change of owner
- 27/08/1997 : First registration of a used vehicle
Stored in a closed garage
Full service history with detailed records of work carried out from 2005 to 2024
Currently shows 503,637 km - although this does not include engine replacement
The seller has provided the following service history:
- 07/01/2005: 230,000 km head gasket
- 28/06/2005: 232,600 km ball joint
- 15/11/2005 : 238 200 km front shock absorbers
- 02/06/2006 : 245,243 km front exhaust, grille
- 12/11/2007 : 259,776 km rear shock absorbers, vacuum pump
- 28/02/2008 : 264,643 km front exhaust pipe, seals, clamps
- 09/09/2008 : 271,205 km engine mounts, injector tube, fuel return hoses
- 22/09/2008 : 271,245 km exhaust system, muffler
- 13/11/2008 : indicator relay
- 04/11/2009: 285,946 km connecting rods
- 11/12/2009 : 286 545 km bulbs, relays
- 07/20/2010 : 293 933 km injector pipes
- 10/22/2010 : injection pump, timing gear, water pump, spark plugs, injector hoses, handbrakes, brake pads, disc assembly, left rear brake caliper
- 01/26/2011: 299,410 km transmission axle cross, axle and gearbox oil change
- 03/04/2011 : 302 837 km injector hoses
- 27/07/2011 : 305 603 km suspension, gearbox, H4 lamp, socket, tailgate switch
- 19/03/2012: 318,476 km 2 front tyres
- 10/07/2012 : 322 913 km 2 rear tyres
- 17/08/2012 : regulator
- 21/09/2012 : 327 563 km alternator bearings, radiator
- 25/10/2012 : 329 622 km heating pipes, hoses
- 29/07/2013: 338,908 km gearbox oil
- 12/09/2013: 338 408 km thermostat, coolant, temperature sensor
- 07/04/2014: 345 085 km distribution kit, water pump
- 07/07/2015: 365,765 km front tyres
- 10/07/2015: 366,294 km front/rear alignment
- 13/10/2016: 385,000 km front brake pad disc
- 22/12/2016: 392,000 km glow plugs
- 01/01/2017: indicator relay
- 21/09/2017: 400,400 km timing belt, axle oil change, gearbox oil change, engine oil change and oil filter, water pump, injection belt, rocker cover gasket and camshaft spi gasket, oil filter, coolant, gearbox and axle oil
- 19/10/2017: wheel stud, wheel nut
- 07/11/2017: 409,148 km brake master cylinder, Lockheed pressure switch, tailgate harness
- 17/04/2018: 418,000 km starter regulator
- 28/09/2018 : bulb
- 02/12/2019: 448,334 km alternator and starter belts and D/A, Michelin cross climate rear tyres
- 04/02/2020 : front tyres Michelin cross climate
- 27/07/2020 : 449,783 km accelerator link ball joint, windscreen wiper, 2 alternator belts, 1 power steering belt, front/rear alignment adjustment
- 28/10/2020: 461,410 km rocker cover gasket, starter, alternator
- 06/11/2021: 476,508 km injector pipe
- 07/01/2021: radiator
- 25/07/2022: timing belt, axle oil change, gearbox oil change, engine oil and oil filter change, water pump, injection belt €1,598.00
- 24/02/2023: 497,000 km idle regulator, glow plugs, electric tailgate cable, 2 H4 front bulbs
- 13/04/2023: 497,500 km engine replacement, rear silencer block, skf clutch release bearing, luk clutch kit
- 13/12/2023: 500,000 km exhaust system
- 09/08/2024: 509,875 km injection pump seal and timing repair, crankcase ring replacement, ultrasonic cleaning, injector test bench and calibration, glow plug replacement, injector tube replacement, fuel filter

The state

Slight dents to right roof and left front wing
One visible scratch on the right rear wing
A few visible traces of corrosion on the rocker panels and inside the wings
No cracks or fractures in the windows or lenses
Slight patina on trim and badges
The CT mentions a slight weakening of the floorboards
Interior is generally in good condition
Seats have no significant tears
Dashboard looks good
A modern radio has been fitted, cracking the centre console in the process
The vendor notes that the work to be carried out includes :
- Replacement of the centre console
- A new carpet in the boot
- Small plastic accessories

The Mechanics

2.4 L in-line 6-cylinder engine
5-speed manual transmission
The engine compartment is in generally good condition
The TC highlighted a few problems concerning emissions
Minor problems noted :
- Abnormal play in the steering wheel
- Some variation between shock absorbers
- Suspension deterioration

We encourage the potential buyer to consult a specialist.

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