£3,996
1990 Volvo 740 2.3 GLE Saloon Auto
Classic Car Auctions • UK • 19 Sept 2020
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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£3,996
1990 Volvo 740 2.3 GLE Saloon Auto
UK • 19 Sept 2020
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a late-model Volvo GLE from 1990, presented in Pacific Blue with a tan interior. It boasts remarkably low mileage supported by an extensive, documented service history, primarily from the original supplying dealer, with over £15,000 spent on maintenance. The car retains original features and comes with all original paperwork, making it a well-preserved example.
Condition
9
Based on the detailed service history, low mileage for its age, and originality, this Volvo appears to be in exceptional condition. The extensive service records from the original dealer and the inclusion of original documents and accessories suggest meticulous care. The description notes it as 'one of the best we have ever seen'.
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90,342 miles
G842 XTL
1990
Auction
YV1744885L2461540
RHD
United Kingdom
£3,996
1990 Volvo 740 2.3 GLE Saloon Auto
Classic Car Auctions • UK • 19 Sept 2020
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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Description
In these challenging times, it's good to know that you can still find a Volvo.
A late example of Volvo's legendary workhorse in top-end GLE spec Powered by the naturally aspirated 2.3-litre (B230) four-cylinder petrol unit
Finished in Pacific Blue with an amazing tan interior The metaphorical 'one lady owner' Volvo with 35 stamps (28 main dealer) in the book Purchased new on 02/05/1990 from Volvo dealership, John Darke of Louth Every service invoice from new, a tally up of the invoices exceeds £15,000 Currently indicating 90,342 miles supported by the history.
MOT valid until June 2021 Every MOT Certificate dating back to 1996, original purchase invoice and original book pack As original as you will ever find, still wearing original supplying dealership number plates, tax disc holder and 2 dealer-stamped leather key rings
One of the best we have ever seen and on offer at No Reserve Service history: 11 miles
P.D.I - John Drake Volvo 25.04.90 619 miles - John Drake Volvo 31.05.90 5,...
Price Analysis vs Other 740 GLEs
£660
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£2,250
Median Price (Since 2020)
£12,398
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous 740 GLE Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 28th Jun 2021
Latest MOT mileage:
90,999 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 29th Jun 2020, 90,999 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Central/cat section of exhaust corroded/minor leakage
- Front brake disc back plates corroded
Passed
On 15th Apr 2019, 90,342 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- front brake back plates heavily corroded
- underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed
Passed
On 25th Apr 2018, 89,894 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- front brake dust shields corroded
Passed
On 24th Apr 2017, 89,294 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- front tyres worn on inner shoulders
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