Ever wonder what your 850 or 960 cost at the dealer in the 1990s? Here’s the Volvo price list for 1997… contents of a fantastic old Volvo Web page.
ROCKLEIGH, NJ–Volvo is optimistic about sales volumes for the last half of 1996. And no wonder. By the end of June 850 sales were up 16% over the first half of 1995, 960 sales were up 33%. Both series will continue to be on sale for model year 1997.
Volvo’s 1997 flagship, the 850 R, is an enthusiast’s dream: a high performance road machine with the kind of safety engineering that is synonymous with the Volvo brand name. The model was first introduced in 1995 as the 850 T-5R.
New for 1997 is an engine package in the 850 GLT series that increases horsepower from 168 to 190. More importantly, torque has increased to 191 lb.ft. at 1, 800 rpm versus its 1996 torque rating of 162 lb.ft. at 4,700 rpm. This improvement delivers six-cylinder performance in a five-cylinder package.
The 960 series retains its superb road handling and grand touring luxury for 1997. Its whisper-quiet silky-smooth engine performance, expertly crafted interior, and Volvo’s famous seating design deliver uncompromising driving comfort.
Pricing for 1997 reflects the new 850 GLT engine package and modest fluctuations in world currency. MSRP for the 850 models, sales weighted and reflecting content changes is up 3.1%. The MSRP for the 960 models is up 1.0%. Overall Volvo’s MSRP pricing for 1997 has increased 2.5%.
Volvo 850 Series — 1997 Model Year Price List
| Sales Version | Badge | Suggested Retail Price |
|---|---|---|
| 854 O | 850 | $26,710 |
| 854 A | 850 | $27,685 |
| 854 GTO | 850 | $28,040 |
| 854 GTA | 850 | $29,015 |
| 854 GTOS | 850 | $29,240 |
| 854 GTAS | 850 | $30,215 |
| 854 GLT | GLT | $31,835 |
| 854 T5 | T5 | $34,500 |
| 854 R | R | $38,685 |
| 855 O | 850 | $28,010 |
| 855 A | 850 | $28,985 |
| 855 GTO | 850 | $29,340 |
| 855 GTA | 850 | $30,315 |
| 855 GTOS | 850 | $30,540 |
| 855 GTAS | 850 | $31,515 |
| 855 GLT | GLT | $33,135 |
| 855 T5 | T5 | $35,800 |
| 855 R | R | $40,135 |
Destination Charge: $495
Notes:
- 850 O/A/Gto/Gta/Gtos/Gtas Models Have Plush Upholstery As Standard.
- 850 Glt And T5 Models Have Velour As Standard.
- 850 Glt Replaces My 96 Gtas (New Engine).
- Gtos/Gtas Model Content Equals Gto/Gta With Addition Of Sunroof.
- 850 T5 Has Dual Power Seats With Memory And In-Dash Cd-Player As Standard Features.
Volvo 850 Series — 1997 Options Price List
| Code | Factory Option | Suggested Retail Price |
|---|---|---|
| 001000 | Touring Package:* (O/A/GTO/GTA/GTOS/GTAS/GLT) Trip Computer Leather Steering Wheel |
$395 |
| 000020 | Sport Package (Sedan Only):* Front Fog Lights Trunk Lid Spoiler |
$595 |
| 100000 | Grand Touring Package:* In-Dash CD-Player Front Passenger Power Seat Wood Trim on Instrument Panel and Floor Console Wood Shift Knob (Auto. Models) |
$1,485 |
| 100000 | Grand Touring Package (O/A) | $1,980 |
| 000005 | Cold Weather Package: Heated Front Seats Head Lamp Wiper/Washer Ambient Temperature Gauge |
$485 |
| 000100 | TRACS/Cold Weather Package:* Cold Weather Package Traction Control |
$810 |
| 003400 | Wood Trim on Instrument Panel and Floor Console Wood Shift Knob (Auto. Models) |
$810 |
| 200000 | In-Dash CD-Player | $485 |
| 000040 | Driver Power Seat (O/A only) | $495 |
| 000050 | Driver & F/Pass. Power Seat (O/A Only) | $990 |
| 000050 | Front Passenger Power Seat | $495 |
| 002000 | Automatic Load Leveling (5-Dr. Only) | $495 |
| 500000 | Sport Suspension (Sedan Only)* | $175 |
| 000004 | 15” Alloy Wheels, 6-Spoke All Season Tires (O/A Only) |
$400 |
| 000010 | 16” Alloy Wheels with 205/50 Hi-Perform. Tires (5-Spoke Wheel) (850 T5) |
N/C |
| 000200 | Trunk Lid Spoiler (Sedan Only) | $385 |
| Leather Upholstery | $1,195 | |
| Velour Upholstery (O/A/GTO/GTA/GTOS/GTAS) | $200 |
*Standard on R” Models
Volvo 960 Series — 1997 Model Year Price List
| Sales Version | Suggested Retail Price |
|---|---|
| 964 | $34,300 |
| 965 | $35,850 |
Destination Charge: $495
Volvo 960 Series — 1997 Options Price List
| Code | Factory Option | Suggested Retail Price |
|---|---|---|
| 400000 | In-Dash CD-Player | $485 |
| 000010 | Cold Weather Package/Locking Differential * Heated Front Seats * Ambient Temp. Gauge * Locking Differential |
$645 |
| 005000 | Auto. Load Leveling (5-Door Only) |
$495 |
NOTES:
- 960 prices include wood trim and tailored leather.
- Color-keyed roof rails are standard on the 965.
