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 Post subject: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Sun Mar 13, 2011 8:46 pm 
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One of a kind! Restored and reconditioned 1972 Volvo, 144 Series, 4-door sedan, right hand drive.

This car was built with larger motor than other 144s, with first Volvo fuel injection system due to its original requisition from Volvo for a British police force which only used it for 2 years. 2400cc, high B-20-E fuel injected high compression motor, 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive; 4 wheel disk brakes; heavy duty suspension; stainless steel exhaust.

It is being sold by second owner, with all repair history documents available. Spare parts include new: disc brakes and shoes, 2 sets fuel injectors, various relays; used parts: complete B-20-E motor with 42,000 miles, rear end (no axle), rebuilt transmission with overdrive; various miscellaneous shop parts.

Asking $4000 OBO, appraised at $6,500 in 2010. Owner downsizing -MUST SELL. No reasonable offer refused.


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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Sun Mar 13, 2011 10:13 pm 
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Welcome to the board. We are aware of your car and there has been some discussion about it. Without sounding too negative, I'd like to get further explanation regarding the 2400cc B20.

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"The engine is an original 2000 cc inline four cylinder. It has been rebuilt to factory specifications and has no modifications or performance upgrades. The engine started easily and ran smoothly with no unusual noise or smoke that might indicate a hidden mechanical or maintenance problem"


"The B – 20 – E model inline four cylinder engine appeared to be original with no
appearance enhancements beyond the factory configuration. There was some minor accumulated grime and rust on a few components, but the engine looked well cared for with new looking plug wires and a wiring harness that appeared unmolested. In addition belts and hoses showed minimal aging or wear. Although the owner indicated that it had been sitting for some time, it started easily and ran smoothly with no unusual noise or smoke that might indicate a hidden maintenance or mechanical problem. The induction system consisted of the factory electronic fuel injection system. No performance upgrades were noted. This particular model was originally purchased for police duty and the engine came from the factory with higher compression pistons and an improved
camshaft for greater HP. The cooling system was stock with a belt driven fan. There were one or two drops of oil on the underside pans but no indication of any significant fluid leaks. Power is fed through a stock four speed manual transmission with an overdrive gear set to the original rear end. "


Given the information on the appraisal form, it would seem to be 2000cc, not 2400 as you claim. 2400cc in a B20 is seriously hard work...

As well, the 140 series cars all came with B20 engines beginning in 1969, with the B20E engine being introduced in 1971. I'm sure it's a nice car...

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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Mon Mar 14, 2011 12:12 am 
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The car belongs to my father so I will answer what I can. What I do know is that the original motor is still in it. Because it was a special order for a police force in England, there was a slightly more powerful motor put in. I can't answer anything beyond that but would be happy to facilitate a discussion with him.

If you wish to email me directly, my email address is ahargrave@telus.net and I can arrange that for you.


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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Tue Mar 15, 2011 8:50 pm 
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I was hoping to find some documentation on the size of the motor, but have come up empty handed. I had always thought that the motor was larger because it had been purchase new as a police car. I must admit that I can't find any substantiation for that, and all I can do is apologize for any misleading information.

The car is still for sale, and is in extremely good shape for its age.

I"ve also found a link to a photo of one of these that was used by the police force in England. See the fourth photo down:

http://campolbikes.cambsnarpo.org.uk/#post13


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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Fri Mar 18, 2011 6:50 pm 
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UK generally got single carbed. Police I'm sure got "Export" twin carbed, higher CR, etc, which was standard here.
No increased displacement was ever offered- including those b20's built for marine. Only after the b230 generation 12+ years later, did "alternative" rotating components begin.


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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Mon Mar 21, 2011 11:44 am 
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Given the comments I've received from you all regarding the motor size, I'm looking into it further. I may have the information about the motor incorrect, and if so I do apologize - it isn't my car and I may very well have the information wrong. When I get something definitive, I"ll post it. Thanks for your scrutiny!


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 Post subject: Re: For Sale Restored 1972 Volvo 144
PostPosted: Mon Mar 21, 2011 12:12 pm 
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There's always delicious folklore about cop cars, no matter the brand.


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