The 1990 Volvo 740 2.3 16V is a rear-wheel-drive estate, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 2.3 litres and an output of 114 kW (155 hp).

The asking price is 40,000 SEK. That is 7,100 SEK (22%) above bilbil.se's estimated market price of 32,900 SEK. The estimate is based on 234 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 45%.

The asking price has been reduced 2 times, by a total of 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 14 days.

The odometer reads 440,000 km, which works out at about 12,000 km per year. According to the listing, the inspection deadline of 31/10/2024 has already passed.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Älvsbyn.

The car has been for sale for 18 days since 10/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
440,000 km
Engine
2.3 l, Petrol
Model year
1990
First registration
31/10/1989
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Body type
Estate
Colour
Red
Owners
2
Next inspection due
31/10/2024
Country of manufacture
Sweden
Assembly plant
Volvo Cars, Torslanda
bilbil.se ID
316874

Engine and drivetrain

Displacement
2,316 cm³
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Indirect injection
Forced induction
No
Fuel grade
Petrol 95
Power
114 kW / 155 hp
Engine speed at peak power
5,700 rpm
Torque
203 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
4,450 rpm
Number of gears
5
Acceleration (0–100)
10.2 s

Consumption and emissions

Fuel tank
82 l
Emission class
Euro 1
Exhaust aftertreatment
Catalytic converter

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,750 × 1,750 × 1,410 mm
Wheelbase
2,770 mm
Turning circle
9.9 m
Boot space
1,110 l
Boot space, seats folded
2,120 l
Kerb weight
1,490 kg
Gross weight
1,920 kg
Payload
480 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
655 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
5
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
Estate (740)

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 40,000 SEK

Above market price

Market price estimate 32,900 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, 1990) 47,130 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,710 SEK
  • High mileage −12,520 SEK
  • Market price estimate 32,900 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: manual transmission, body type: estate.

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 14 days.

35,000 SEK40,000 SEK45,000 SEK50,000 SEK55,000 SEK10/10/202616/10/202622/10/202628/10/2026
DatePriceChange
10/10/202650,000 SEK–
14/10/202645,000 SEK−5,000 SEK
26/10/202640,000 SEK−5,000 SEK

The inspection period appears to have expired

According to the listing, the inspection was due by 31/10/2024, about 23 months ago. 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

The car may have been inspected after the listing was posted. If the deadline has passed, the car is banned from the road in Sweden until it passes an inspection.

Sale periods

Private seller, Älvsbyn, Norrbotten 18 days for sale
10/10/202616/10/202622/10/202628/10/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
26/10/2026Asking price 45,000 SEK → 40,000 SEK
20/10/2026Mileage 380,000 km → 440,000 km
14/10/2026Asking price 50,000 SEK → 45,000 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
  • 205/55 R16
  • 195/65 R15
  • 185/70 R14
  • 205/50 R16
  • 195/60 R15
  • 185/65 R15
  • 225/35 R19

Wheel sizes for this model

14″
15″
16″
17″
19″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volvo 740 2.3 16V cost?

Volvo 740 2.3 16V is for sale at 40,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is above market price (estimated market price 32,900 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 18 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 10/10/2026.

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 1990 and was first registered on 31/10/1989.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 440,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the inspection was due by 31/10/2024. 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.

Where is Volvo 740 2.3 16V located?

The car is located in Norrbotten (Älvsbyn, Norrbotten).

How many owners has the car had?

According to the listing, the car has had 2 owners.

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Älvsbyn).

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.