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- 1991 Volvo 240 Torslanda Estate (Ex-Wheeler Dealers)
1991 Volvo 240 Torslanda Estate (Ex-Wheeler Dealers)
Lot Number: 796
1991 Volvo 240 Torslanda Estate (Ex-Wheeler Dealers)
Final, limited-edition, 240 Estate featured on Wheeler Dealers.
- Sold for: £6,525
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 30th September, 2023 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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REG NUMBER
H477 GTL -
ODOMETER READING
146167 Miles
SUMMARY
Final, limited-edition, 240 Estate featured on Wheeler Dealers.
DESCRIPTION
- During almost two decades in production, there were a number of special edition Volvo 240 incarnations, with the Torslanda being the final roll of the dice before the 240 was finally phased out in 1994
- This edition was fitted with tinted windows, heated seats, plastic exterior trim, multi-spoke alloy wheels, stylish body-striping and Torslanda badges
- Presented in red with a black and grey cloth interior
- Featured on Wheelers Dealers, Series 18, Episode 7 with Mike and Elvis
- Work included the reforming and repainting the rear arches, refurbished injectors, a new clutch, recreating the bespoke body stripes and more
- One of only around 300 remaining, this is a super example of the desirable Swede with TV provenance, and offered at No Reserve
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 796
- Make
- VOLVO
- Model
- 240 TORSLANDA
- Variant
- Estate
- Registration Number
- H477 GTL
- MOT Expiry
- 25/10/2023
- Chassis Number
- YV1245273M1904513
- Engine Number
- 000000000001765
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
86 / 135
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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 1st October between 10am and 3pm and Monday 2nd October between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 2nd therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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