The Volvo auto concern is associated in the minds of drivers as something unrealistically reliable and safe. Today we will not focus on the legendary safety of Volvo cars, but we will touch on the reliability of these cars and do it on the example of the Volvo 940.
History of creation
The model was one of the last in the famous 900 series from a Swedish manufacturer. She had rear-wheel drive. In fact, the Volvo 940 is an updated and modernized 740 model. It has been produced since 1990. Of the significant structural changes, it should be noted the new transmission and the revolutionary dashboard of the time.
Volvo 940 in the USA
In the US, the Volvo 940 was delivered in three different versions.
- First option: 940 GLE - 2.3-liter engine.
- Model "Turbo Volvo 940": 2.3 liter engine, with turbocharger.
- The third version of the car in the North American market: the 940 SE had the same 2.3-liter engine with a turbine, the differences from other versions of the car were external.
On the SE version, bumpers appeared that were painted in body color. Also in the top configuration of the car, additional options were available. Among the options you can highlight a leather interior, electric front seats and a sunroof. This car was produced with a manual (5-speed) and automatic (4-speed). Production of the Volvo 940 was completed in 1998. The model was replaced by the Volvo S90.
Volvo 940 in the Russian Federation
In Russia, in the "dashing" 90s, this car was one of the most successfully sold new foreign cars. Further, from the second half of that decade, a lot of used Volvo 940 were imported into our market, they were from the EU and the USA.
The car was especially popular among senior officials of various public services, as well as businessmen. In addition, the car was quoted in the ranks of people who suit the new Russian cliche. This was most pronounced in St. Petersburg and throughout the North-West region of the country.
Station wagon
This is a rare performance of the car. Such a body is rarely seen in Russia precisely on the 940 model, although in Europe, this variant of the car is more common. The station wagon can be seen in the Russian-made film "Brother 2". He looks incredibly long. It is worth noting that this is not a visual fraud, this station wagon is very roomy.
Reviews
Car enthusiasts who prefer to repair their cars themselves love the old Volvo. They are repairable, have an almost unlimited resource and are simple in their device, and the electronics that are present in these cars are incredibly durable.
Of the typical failures, the Volvo 940 bridge is usually on the list. A typical breakdown - this does not mean that the bridge will constantly break down, it means that these cars are already old, with serious mileage and, when buying such an instance, you need to understand that one day you will have to solve the bridge problem. It is quite expected, and many components are interchangeable. If the bridge is repaired, then the problem goes away for several more decades.
If we talk about the power plant of the car, then the Volvo 940 2.3 liter engine should be called reliable. He has no obvious weaknesses. Those problems that arise with him are being resolved. And everything is repaired most often independently in the garage.
Speaking about the metal of the car, it must be said that the iron is very high quality and thick. But time doesn’t spare anyone, like incomprehensible chemistry on our winter roads. Yes, the Volvo 940 sometimes requires very serious work on the body. But well-groomed specimens are also found, most often those cars that were imported to Russia and to a lesser extent knew our roads, sometimes the thresholds and the whole body as a whole look simply amazing and they don’t even have a hint of corrosion, although automobiles are already 25 years old or more!
Summarizing
Experienced motorists appreciate legends such as the Volvo 940. On this machine you will collect the approving views of motorists. At the same time, you yourself will be in luxury and comfort, which to this day has not been tested on cars of domestic production, even the freshest model lines. Serving and maintaining 940 is not a very expensive business in terms of finances, but sometimes it takes some time to solve some current problems.
You need to understand that this car is reliable, if fully operational. He will never let you down if you bring him to mind. You don’t need to contact him if you don’t understand anything in cars and do not plan to invest in it, because one day an old unserviceable node can bring you to the most inopportune moment.