Up until the end of production of the 200 Series in 1993 very few changes were made to the car. For the last couple of years only the estate version was made. So what made the 200 Series Volvo such a popular car for so long. For those who have driven it, and many of you will have at some time, the answer is very clear. It is reliable.
Reliability is considered to be one of the most important features of any car.
If the car was maintained properly the engine could be expected to run without trouble for over 100,000 miles. Indeed, figures in excess of 200,000 miles have been reported. A tribute to outstanding engineering. It is a pleasure to drive and very comfortable. Some refer to it as a mobile armchair, I won't argue with that, I like to travel in some comfort.