VOLVO 242
Lowest Price: £4,585 • Median Price: £8,424 • Highest Price: £43,885 • Sell-Through Rate: 92%
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£4,585
LOWEST PRICE:
SINCE 2020
£8,424
MEDIAN PRICE:
SINCE 2020
HIGHEST PRICE:
£43,885
SINCE 2020
NUMBER OF SOLD CARS:
34
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SELL THROUGH RATE:
92%
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£5,506
28th Nov 2025
1982 Volvo 242 DL 4-Speed
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£5,084
9th Feb 2025
1979 Volvo 242 GT
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£6,738
21st Nov 2023
1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo
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£4,752
21st Oct 2025
1982 Volvo 242 DL
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£11,745
14th Jan 2025
1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo 4-Speed
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£10,952
16th Oct 2023
1980 Volvo 242 GT 4-Speed
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£8,956
29th Jul 2025
1979 Volvo 242 GT 4-Speed
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£9,119
3rd Dec 2024
1984 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo 4-Speed
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£8,424
6th Oct 2023
1982 Volvo 242DL
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£5,509
27th Mar 2025
1981 Volvo 242 4-Speed
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£17,918
27th Feb 2024
Single-Family-Owned 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo
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£4,585
26th Sep 2023
35-Years-Owned 1979 Volvo 242 GT
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The Volvo 242, a two-door variant of the 240 series, was produced from 1975 to 1984. Known for its durability, it became a symbol of Swedish automotive engineering.
A lesser-known fact: Volvo initially designed the 242 with safety as a priority, incorporating features like crumple zones and a rigid safety cage. This commitment to safety significantly influenced automotive design standards worldwide.
The Volvo 240 series did not have a direct successor.
How much is a Volvo 242 worth?
In average condition, a Volvo 242 is worth £8,424.
What is the most expensive Volvo 242 to sell in history publicly?
The most expensive Volvo 242 to sell in history was sold for £43,885.
What is the cheapest Volvo 242 to sell in history publicly?
The cheapest Volvo 242 to sell in history was sold for £2,755.
When was the Volvo 242 produced?
The Volvo 242 was produced between 1978 and 1984.