Could also be the neutral saftey switch -- try neutral instead of park (and if it works, also try new shift rod bushings, they are MUCH cheaper than a starter....).

If it's the solenoid, replace the starter.

Peter

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1972 220D ?? miles
1988 300E 200,012
1987 300D Turbo killed 9/25/07, 275,000 miles
1985 Volvo 740 GLE Turobodiesel 218,000
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