The 1988 Volvo 740 2.3 is a rear-wheel-drive sedan, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 2.3 litres and an output of 85 kW (116 hp).

The asking price is 40,000 SEK. That is 8,600 SEK (18%) below bilbil.se's estimated market price of 48,600 SEK. The estimate is based on 234 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 14 days is about 14%.

The asking price has been reduced once, by 10,000 SEK from the original 50,000 SEK. A dealer typically sells this model in about 14 days and a private seller in about 13 days. At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 12 days.

The odometer reads 246,410 km, which works out at about 6,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 30/06/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, –.

The car has been for sale for 19 days since 09/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
246,410 km
Engine
2.3 l, Petrol
Model year
1988
First registration
08/04/1988
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Body type
Sedan
Colour
Grey
Next inspection due
30/06/2027
Fuel consumption
9.1 l/100 km
Fuel tank
60 l
Country of manufacture
Belgium
Assembly plant
Volvo Cars, Ghent
bilbil.se ID
313131

Engine and drivetrain

Displacement
2,316 cm³
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
2
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Indirect injection
Forced induction
No
Fuel grade
Petrol 95
Power
85 kW / 115 hp
Engine speed at peak power
5,200 rpm
Torque
194 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
2,500 rpm
Number of gears
5
Acceleration (0–100)
12.1 s

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,800 × 1,750 × 1,410 mm
Wheelbase
2,770 mm
Turning circle
9.9 m
Boot space
475 l
Kerb weight
1,370 kg
Gross weight
1,675 kg
Payload
485 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Max towing weight
1,500 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
615 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
4
Size class
Executive cars
Front suspension
Coil springs
Rear suspension
Coil springs
Front brakes
Disc brakes
Rear brakes
Disc brakes

The information on this page is compiled by Bilbil from dozens of public and non-public sources from Sweden and elsewhere in Europe. Check the details stated by the seller in the original listing.

Generation
Generation 1 (740)
Produced
1982–1992
Sub-model
740

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 40,000 SEK

Below market price

Market price estimate 48,600 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 234 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volvo 740, 1988) 50,550 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,950 SEK
  • Market price estimate 48,600 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: manual transmission, two sets of tyres.

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 12 days.

35,000 SEK40,000 SEK45,000 SEK50,000 SEK55,000 SEK9/10/202615/10/202622/10/202628/10/2026
DatePriceChange
09/10/202650,000 SEK–
21/10/202640,000 SEK−10,000 SEK

Next inspection due by 30/06/2027

About 8 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van that is 30 years or older is inspected no later than 24 months after the previous inspection.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

Sale periods

Private seller, – 19 days for sale
9/10/202615/10/202622/10/202628/10/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
21/10/2026Asking price 50,000 SEK → 40,000 SEK

SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 830 SEK/mo

The estimate uses a nominal interest rate of 5.80% and an account fee of 60 SEK a month. The actual rate, term and instalment are set in the loan offer.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 225/45 R17
  • 205/50 R16
  • 205/55 R16
  • 185/65 R15
  • 195/60 R15
  • 195/65 R15
  • 185/70 R14

Wheel sizes for this model

14″
15″
16″
17″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volvo 740 2.3 cost?

Volvo 740 2.3 is for sale at 40,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is below market price (estimated market price 48,600 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 19 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 09/10/2026.

Has the price been reduced?

Yes. The asking price is 10,000 SEK below the original listing price.

Has this car been on the market before?

No earlier completed sales are on record for this car.

What model year is the car?

The car is model year 1988 and was first registered on 08/04/1988.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 246,410 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 30/06/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van that is 30 years or older is inspected no later than 24 months after the previous inspection.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is petrol and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Tow bar. The full feature list is on this page.

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (–).

Where can I see this car's price history?

This page shows the changes to the car's asking price, its sale periods and the edits made to the listing.