I see them in the j/y all the time, so I don't think getting parts would be too hard. Obviously not suspension stuff, but other things. I was going to get a wagon, because they are a lot cheaper than a W123 wagon. What are the good wheels to get? I see turbines, hubbies, 5 spokes, a lot of different styles. It would be nice to be able to get a set of wheels as I see them instead of waiting to get the car first. I know, call me weird, but I jump on opportunity when I can.

Your desired tire size will narrow down your OEM wheel selection. The factory steel rims and alloy turbines were shod with 70-series tires at the factory. The five-spokes, usually found on the turbo versions, used a tire with a lower aspect ratio.

What is your priority: Soft ride and pothole survival or sharper handling?

Well, the 240 got sold before I could get to look at it. But, I'll be the first person to look at this 1988 740 Wagon. It's the original owners car, driven 6k miles per year for about 6 years. Valves clicking, what could that mean? Low on oil? A small problem with a possibility of a discount?

"My 87 year old Dad no longer drives. Selling his 1988 Gold Volvo 740 Station Wagon, 2.3L 4cyl, automatic, A/C AM/FM radio, sun roof, black leather interior. 161,951 miles. Body is excellent, garaged in Clayton high rise, black leather interior is good, cloth interior roof is poor, needs tune up and valves click, but absolutely no burning of oil, Kelley blue book is $1405. Will sell for $1250 as it needs registration.""

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1980 240d
1999 SL500