1996 Volvo 850 R

I’m a paying Volvo Owners Club member and my fleet are my pride, joy and passion. The car has a 12 month MOT from Jan 2026 with no advisories. The car has a strong engine and a strong gearbox and the exhaust note will bring a smile to your face whenever you turn it on. It’s well known at car gatherings.

- 2 keys including 2 fobs and original Clifford Alarm fobs
- V5c included
- I’ve owned him from Jan 2023. I am the 5th owner
- Original invoice for the Clifford Concept 600 alarm installed in 2001 included
- Lots of classic paperwork including Volvo 3000 mile lubrication certification year of manufacture in 1996
- Nearly £2. 5k worth of work done in May 2023 including major service, cambelt, engine mount, HT leads, lower arms, brake hoses
- Engine strut brace included
- Beastly performance exhaust installed
- Rear windows tinted
- Not chipped or modified
- I’ve also replaced the rear springs myself a few months ago.
- Anti-roll bar linkage ball joints replaced in Jan 2025
- no dash warning lights!!!

The price is non negotiable and reflects the fact that the car isn't pristine:
- The electric side mirrors, heated seats, AC and sunroof have never worked but they're not essential things and it's not stopped me enjoying it. These things have never worked on any 850 I've ever owned but they are fixable.
- There is wear on the steering wheel and gear knob (the seats are very good). I found a place that gets them looking brand new but I've kept them as they are for the character in the end.
- The bodywork is actually pretty good once the car is cleaned up but it is not mint. I like it this way. It stands out on the road when surrounded by all the boring new cars that go to car washes every Saturday morning. It looks and sounds absolutely immense when fully dirty.

The car will be sold as seen. You're welcome to inspect visually as thoroughly as you like. The car is a joy to own. I purchased this vehicle because I've always wanted the estate. I owned the exact same spec as a manual saloon before I got this. It's fast, looks and sounds great, always gets attention and is super practical - road trips around the UK with 5 adults and a full boot are absolutely no problem.
The car stands out for obvious reasons - it's a brick but the colour is very popular! On top of that I've not touched it visually and love the fact that it looks old and a bit rugged, on a road surrounded by boring modern polished vehicles.
My favourite thing is it's load carrying capacity and how it doesn't take away from its comfort. I also LOVE the deep gurgling exhaust tone - the whole car show usually pauses when I drive into a gathering.