I find it hard to love the 400 series (well, the 440/460, at least), I'll be honest...not least because they feel to represent Volvo at its least popular. Although undoubtedly a "better" car, they were nothing like as popular as the 300s they replaced. However, I do have fond memories of a brochure my Dad picked up when they were brand new (so mk1s aplenty...and I do love the look of a mk1 GLT/Turbo), and I'd still recommend a late 1.9TD as being a bangernomics weapon of choice (that and a Cavalier TD).
The main reason I'm popping a post in here, though, is to say that I'm greatly heartened that a few of you guys are taking an interest. Unlike the 300 series which have a significant "yoof" following (from those of us who remember our parents having them...then perhaps we had them as cheap first cars...and realised they're not that bad!), the unpopular 440 and 460 are in danger of sinking without trace...and nothing deserves that, so good on you guys!
cheers
James
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