Decided to reduce the Volvo fleet from 4 to 3 and put the 1997 850 GLT LPT on the market. Got several calls. Beautiful body, cold AC, etc. Engine still runs strong with no apparent problems or hesitation.

However since battery was unhooked to charge several days ago, the codes weren't resetting and in CA, it couldn't be smogged until the car went thru its cycle. Hasn't had a check engine light in years. But it wouldn't go thru the cycle, even following Volvos recommended driving pattern. So bit the bullet and took it to the dealer even though they wanted an umbelievable $480 to put it on rollers and try to reset the codes.

Next day dealer called and said to donate the car. The codes won't reset because of a blown head gasket, even though still no codes showing. I don't pretend to understand but I cant sell it if it won't be smogged. So I either donate or drive until it quits or part it out. "Sad day in Mudville." The only good news: the wife didn't really want to part with it. She has had it since 1999 and took excellent care. Still drives much faster and sportier than our 850 and two 940s.
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1993 240 Classic; 1993 945 Turbo; 1992 944 Turbo; 1997 850 GLT