Once the springs have rusted through, to the point of being nonfunctional, resorting to double sided tape to hold the lamp assembly in place seems like the simplest solution. Anyone come across other solutions (e.g. aftermarket plastic or metal clips) that can be used to hold the assembly in place? Sourcing the original metal springs seems highly unlikely as the volvo parts catalog (240 series 1988-, Edition 05-1993) only lists the entire assembly. Even if the original springs were available I don't believe them to be a viable alternative as removing the remainder of the old springs from the plastic mold would be challenging. Let me know what solutions you have come up with and thanks in advance for your willingness to share your wisdom.

Springs that rust and eventually fail.

Original parts catalog

Number plate diagram from parts catalog

Springs that have seenĀ better days.
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