1995 Volvo 850

Sedan

5 Cylinder 2.4 Liter

Manual

YV1LS5509S2221658

Gasoline

Air Conditioning

Please enlarge all photos and examine closely. Different photos can be provided upon request. All photos below were taken on February 1, 2011 One owner for 15 years. This is a very special Volvo 850 sedan, purchased as a 25th wedding anniversary gift, and special ordered with 5-speed transmission and traction control. Delivery was taken directly at the Volvo factory in Sweden, where dinner and a tour of the new 850 assembly facility was provided by executives of the company. It was an important moment in time, when Volvo's reputation as one of the world's safest and most durable automobiles would depend on achieving the highest possible standards for the new 850 model. The company's future was riding on it, and its success is now legendary. After this car's delivery was complete, its first miles were driven on the Volvo test track, and it was then prepared for shipment to the U.S.. It arrived through the Port of New Jersey, spent less than one year in upstate New York, and has resided in Florida ever since. Since arriving here in the States, this no-frills 850 has been conservatively driven and properly maintained by auto enthusiast owners who view this car as something special. Its current condition reflects its years of proper maintenance, and it has been serviced regularly with Mobil-1 oil and filters. There are no leaks, and the original paint and upholstery show hardly any wear and tear for their age. The car has never been exposed to road salt, lived most of its life in a garage far from the ocean, and is therefore absolutely 100% rust-free. The brakes recently had a major overhaul, that included new rotors and ABS distribution valve, plus a new fuel filter was installed on a subsequent maintenance visit. All work was performed by the highly reputable Paul Derbyshire, Master Mechanic of the Volvo Stop in South Florida. The car does need a few things, but most of them are minor or optional. The clock does not function, the dash lights don't illuminate, and the tachometer only works intermittently. I believe all of these things are related to the car being parked facing the direct Florida sun during the work week for several years. A related problem is the dash pad which you can see in the pictures is a little distorted from the same heat exposure. The only other thing I can think of is the A/C which is ready for a recharge. It still blows cold, but not ice cold. If you wish to fly to Florida and drive this car home, I would be glad to pick you up at either West Palm Beach or Fort Lauderdale International airport. Please check my feedback and bid with confidence. This is my personal vehicle.