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The factory automatic was replaced with a five-speed manual from a 1994 Volvo 850 in March 2022 at 156,141 miles. The work included replacement of the CV axles, while the December 2021 service covered the timing belt, serpentine belt and tensioner, thermostat, ECT sensor, front brake lines, rotors, pads, front ball joints, ignition coil, and spark plugs. The 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-five uses a Bosch Motronic M4.4 ECU with an “R” tune, and the car includes a Quaife ATB helical limited-slip differential.
Strengths
- Cream Yellow T-5R wagon configuration
- Documented manual-conversion and major service work
- Clean Carfax history report
Watch For
- Scratches under the front lip, front-end chips, rocker-panel chips, and rear-bumper scratches
- Curb rash on the wheels
- Some corrosion on underbody components
- Tune may not pass emissions testing in some states
