will the engine crank? do the lights work? what exactly does it sound like when it won't start??

-chris

if the engine is running rich, it shouldn't really have anything to do with gasoline octane. The higher the octane, the more the engine resists knocking (premature detonation). Checking the spark plugs was a good move, but you may want to check a few more things: o2 sensors, air filter (although not ...

try to engage the abs on dry pavement. Believe it or not, abs will not work in all situations. The abs "should" work on wet pavement, but remember that this abs tech is at least 7 years old. ie many improvements have been made..

-chris

on most of the 850s it is installed somewhere in the trunk, but you have a wagon, so that doesn't really help you much. It doesn't matter really where it is installed as long as it is accesible and out of the way of cargo. Some careful detective work may yield the stock mounting location. If you can ...

those 240s are supposed to be rock solid. You may, just a suggestion, want to start off my modding the 240. It will probably respond to traditional mods better than a newer model. Basic exhaust, intake, port and polish stuff.
The newer volvos are pretty dope but take alot more money to mod.
Good ...

as far as turbo issues go, the turbo that volvos uses (Mitsubishi) is pretty bullet proof. I've heard stories of them lasting 150K miles or more. Just the basic oil change and coolant flush should keep them running smoothly. Also, letting the car idle for about a minute after you park it is supposed ...

Volvo engines and trannys are renowned for their reliability. There's a guy in New York who has one million miles on his 240. But anyway, that 850 you are looking at should prove to last another 79K. But with any car, it could be a lemon. Check with the owner to see if it has had regular service ...

sweet buy! Now all you need is an 850R Just kidding
Chris

As far as brakes and rotors go (this is a pure guess) I think Volvo makes there own stuff. I know that Volvo rarely (never) recommends that there rotors be resurfaced, so that tells me that there are a "special" design. Did I mention that this is a pure guess

sounds a little suspicious. A mid 90s 850 usually retails for $8,000-$13,000 I think. So $1000 sounds too good to be true. However, if the tranny is in safe mode, it may be worth it to take to the dealer and throw some money at them. If you drop $2000-$3000 fixing the tranny then you would have a ...