The 1989 Volvo 740 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 37,000 SEK. That is in line with bilbil.se's estimated market price of 36,100 SEK. The estimate is based on 261 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 65%.

A dealer typically sells this model in about 14 days and a private seller in about 13 days.

The odometer reads 420,000 km, which works out at about 11,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/01/2028.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Kälarne.

The car has been for sale for 2 days since 30/10/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
420,000 km
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Fuel
Petrol
Displacement
2,310 cm³
Model year
1989
First registration
16/06/1989
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Acceleration (0–100)
11.6–12.1 s
Body type
Sedan
Colour
Red
Next inspection due
31/01/2028
Fuel consumption
9.1 l/100 km
Fuel tank
60 l
Country of manufacture
Sweden
Assembly plant
Volvo Cars, Uddevalla
bilbil.se ID
365943

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
B 230 F
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
5,200–5,400 rpm
Torque
183–194 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
2,500 rpm
Number of gears
5

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,900 × 1,750 × 1,410 mm
Wheelbase
2,770 mm
Turning circle
9.9 m
Boot space
475 l
Kerb weight
1,380 kg
Gross weight
1,675 kg
Payload
485–510 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Max towing weight
1,500 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
615–640 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
4
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: 37,000 SEK

At market price

Market price estimate 36,100 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 261 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volvo 740, 1989) 46,800 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,790 SEK
  • High mileage −8,910 SEK
  • Market price estimate 36,100 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: manual transmission.

No price changes during the tracked period.

Next inspection due by 31/01/2028

About 14 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, Kälarne, Jämtland 2 days for sale
30/10/202631/10/20261/11/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

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SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 770 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 cost?

Volvo 740 is for sale at 37,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is at market price (estimated market price 36,100 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 2 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 30/10/2026.

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 1989 and was first registered on 16/06/1989.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 420,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/01/2028. 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 located?

The car is located in Jämtland (Kälarne, Jämtland).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Kälarne).

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.