Basic Information and History

Here’s your chance to acquire a true Swedish classic in outstanding condition – a 1993 Volvo 245 with only 94,548 kilometers (approx. 58,750 miles) on the odometer. This is not just a car – it’s a time capsule from a bygone era.

The car has had only one previous owner and was sold new in Sweden. It was originally owned by the Swedish Armed Forces and driven by a colonel before being decommissioned. It then stood unused for nearly 30 years and had not been on the road since 1997 – until now! It passed inspection in March 2025 with no remarks and is ready to drive immediately.

Equipment and Options

1. Cargo barrier
2. Tow hitch
3. Rear headrests

Simple but functional equipment that suits this car’s character as both a practical vehicle and a future classic.

Condition

Body and Paint:

Very good overall condition with a few minor marks from storage, touched up with a paint pen. One small dent on the front right door. The body is rust-free and has never been repaired for rust. However, it’s clear that the paint is not original, suggesting it was repainted at some point, although there’s no documentation for this.

Interior:

The interior is in excellent condition with no damage to the seats, door panels, or dashboard. The headliner is intact with only a few minor marks. Steering wheel, controls, and buttons are in excellent condition.

Wheels and Tires:

Rims are in good condition without damage. Tires are in acceptable shape and the car recently passed inspection.

Chrome, Light Covers, and Badges:

Overall in good condition – only the Volvo badge in the grille shows some wear.

Service History

The service book is missing and full service history is not available, but the following recent maintenance has been carried out:

1. New timing belt kit
2. Oil change
3. Replacement of oil filter, spark plugs, distributor cap, and rotor

The engine runs very well, and the gearbox and clutch work as they should. The car is completely original and unmodified.

Most recent inspection approved: 2025-03-24

Summary

A Volvo 245 Kombi from the model’s very final production year – one of the last examples to roll out of the factory. It stood untouched for nearly three decades, is in unusually good condition, and is ready to be driven or preserved as a collectible.

With only one previous owner, mileage under 100,000 km, recently completed service and inspection, and an interesting background with the Swedish Armed Forces, this is a car that collectors and enthusiasts alike should keep an eye on.