Is the Volvo 850 GLT a FWD car?
While not the company’s first FWD car — an honor that would go to the eminently funky 480 series — it was Volvo’s first mid size model to feature this layout and would presage the marque’s move entirely to FWD and FWD-biased AWD. This is notable as the company had touted the benefits of RWD almost up until the point of the 850’s debut.
When was the last year the Volvo 850 was made?
The Volvo 850 is a compact executive car that was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1991 to 1996.
What was the first front wheel drive Volvo?
Initially, only the saloon was available, badged as 850 GLT, and came with a choice of 2.5L or 2.0L 20V engines. In 1992, the 850 was brought to the United States as a 1993 model, becoming Volvo’s first front-wheel drive (FWD) car on the U.S. market.
What was the price of a 1996 Volvo 850 GLT?
Today let’s look at what might be called a survivor. This 1996 Volvo 850 GLT represents a watershed moment in Volvo’s history.
Is the Volvo Greenbook available on volvotips?
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When did the SIPS Bag come out on the Volvo 850?
Beginning with their 1995 model year, Volvo introduced the SIPS-Bag on the 850; these airbags were included as standard equipment on the 1995 Turbo models, and were optional for an additional $500 on other 850 models. This made the Volvo 850 the first mass-produced car in the world to feature the side-impact airbags.
How much does a used Volvo 850 cost?
Monthly Estimate based on a 4.4% rate for 60 months, $3,995 vehicle price, $0 down payment, $0 trade-in, $0 sales tax. The communication was good. The listing accurately described the conditions of the vehicle mostly, I discovered the passenger sun visor was broken the day I got it. The car was clean and ready for test drive.