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I agree! Maybe its just me but I would gladly spend money on a 240 because I like them. I have always liked them and regardless of what the cost is to keep them running good, I will pay it. I don't think this is unreasonable for me, because it is a car that I enjoy and am happy to drive and see everyday. I start to second guess myself when people who don't understand the love affair I have with the 240 make comments that make no sense to me about the value of a 240. Edmunds or kbb values some of these cars as low as $200, is that what some 240s are worth? Sure - but I value mine much higher, because I would much rather drive my 240 than my new MB wagon or BMW 3 series convertible - is this crazy? I don't think so because it is what makes me happy. So if someone is just talking about the cost of the metal, plastic, vinyl and cloth of the 240 a car that is 15+ years old with 100k plus miles there is very little value and you are wasting your money. If you value the 240 because you have always loved them and would rather drive one than almost any other car and would gladly spend 10-15k for one in pristine condition and dream of the day volvo makes the 240 (in its exact original condition) again, they are worth what somebody like me is willing to pay for one. Does that make me a sucker? I think it makes me somebody who is going to keep these 240s on the road for a long time, happily spending what every it takes and enjoying every minute!




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