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1996 Volvo 850 Platinum Wagon, Non-runner- $500- Vernon, NJ

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dr-zamboni
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Year and Model: 1996 850 Platinum
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1996 Volvo 850 Platinum Wagon, Non-runner- $500- Vernon, NJ

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Time to unload my 96 platinum wagon. It is currently not running - I will be honest will all the conditions of the vehicle from when it was running. Car has been sitting since May of this year. I was driving it and the motor suddenly cut off, no strange noises, no warning. Car would crank afterwards but not start up.

Mileage on the odometer is 117K however the gear went on the odometer 2 years ago. I would make an honest estimate of probably 145K for the current true mileage.

The interior is in decent shape for 20 years, but there is a small rip in the drivers seat, and some cracking on both the driver and passenger seats - interior color is tan/beige.

Passenger control arm bushing was worn when the car was driving and made some noise.

Turbo consumes a little oil but nothing concerning.

Exterior of car is straight with no significant damage, some nicks in the hood, a scrape on the front lower valence, and some discolor and scratches on the roof. Very minor dents (about nickel size) on the roof from acorns.

The intercooler was damaged and repaired with fiberglass, a used intercooler in good shape will be included but is not installed.

Front passenger tire has a small leak, holds air for about a week before needing more air.

Stock radio is still installed, but currently stuck in "CODE" as the battery died. When correct code is entered it freezes up. Not sure what the issue is here.

I just replaced the front calipers and rear rotors this past spring. minimal miles on them but some rusting due to sitting.

Anyway, I planned on getting into the no-start issue over the summer but the car took a back seat to work and health issues. I am buying another vehicle next week and need the parking spot in my yard so this has to go. I feel that $500 is more than appropriate for a non-running rare platinum wagon. Car must be towed from my yard this weekend 10/10 or 10/11.

image of vehicle is from last fall when it was a daily driver, it needs to be cleaned up now, but mostly surface dirt.
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Post by erikv11 »

At $500 this is a great bargain for a DIYer, I would buy it if it were (much) closer. Good luck with the sale!
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Post by bmdubya1198 »

Wow... if it was closer and I had the space, I'd take that instantly. Good luck with the sale, and I hope it goes to a good home!
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dr-zamboni
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Year and Model: 1996 850 Platinum
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Post by dr-zamboni »

I'm hoping someone gives it a good home... I've never seen another platinum wagon in person. They really didn't make many of these machines. It deserves to be preserved. I unfortunately don't have the time and space for it now otherwise I would hang on to it.

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