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Volvo 240 1986
The 1986 Volvo 240 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Volvo 240 1986 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Volvo 240 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Volvo revs up
IT SOUNDS like a vacuum leak, and could be associated with the brake booster. Call Volvo specialist John Johnson at Voldat Automotive, ph: 9553 1091, for more info.
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Used-car dilemma
YOU have to look behind the rate of depreciation to find the cause. The Range Rover is a big, heavy car with a very thirsty V8 engine, so it is best suited to someone who wants to tow a fairly big trailer. It also had engine reliability issues that can be expensive to repair. You need to do homework on the car you are thinking of buying and find out what goes wrong with them. If you buy carefully you can get a well-designed, well-built car for a fraction of its original price. Your idea of buying an old Volvo isn't a bad one, but it's getting hard to find good examples of those models. Their best years have long passed. But again, if you do your homework you might just find a gem that will serve you well for years.
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Use pulp for less ping
No, the Volvo has an alloy head with valve seat inserts so there's no need to run an additive, but it might ping on regular unleaded. There shouldn't be any problem running it on PULP.
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Volvo 240 1986 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1986 Volvo 240 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Volvo 240 spans from 14x5.5 inches.
| Volvo 240 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| GL | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
Volvo 240 1986 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Volvo 240 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L Leaded 4 SP AUTO | $3,190 | $4,950 | |
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN & O/D | $2,860 | $4,510 | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L Leaded 4 SP AUTO | $3,410 | $5,280 | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L Leaded 4 SP MAN & O/D | $2,970 | $4,620 | |
Volvo 240 1986 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1986 Volvo 240 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1720mm x 1460mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Volvo 240 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 1435x1710x4790 mm | 120 mm | |
| GL | Sedan | 1435x1720x4782 mm | 120 mm | |
| GL | Wagon | 1460x1710x4790 mm | 120 mm | |
| GL | Wagon | 1450x1710x4790 mm | 120 mm | |
Volvo 240 1986 Towing capacity
The Volvo 240’s towing capacity ranges from 1200kg to 1500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Volvo 240 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN & O/D | 1200kg | |
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN & O/D | 1200kg | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
Volvo 240 1986 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1986 Volvo 240 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volvo 240 currently offers fuel consumption from 9.8 to 11.5L/100km. The Volvo 240 is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.
| Volvo 240 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN & O/D | 10L/100km | |
| GL | Sedan | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP AUTO | 11.5L/100km | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN & O/D | 9.8L/100km | |
| GL | Wagon | 2.3L,Leaded,4 SP AUTO | 10.7L/100km | |
