Two-Owner 5.0-Powered 1982 Volvo 245 GL Wagon

Description

The 1982 Volvo 245 GL was part of the iconic Volvo 200 Series, a line of mid-size cars produced from 1974 to 1993. Designed by Jan Wilsgaard, the 240 GL embodied Volvo’s commitment to safety, durability, and understated Scandinavian design. Built on the Volvo P platform, it featured a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was available as a four-door sedan or five-door station wagon. 

The 1982 GL trim added comfort, convenience, and visual upgrades over the more utilitarian DL. The model incorporated safety innovations derived from Volvo’s VESC experimental safety vehicle, including crumple zones and reinforced structures, which helped establish Volvo’s reputation for crashworthiness. 

This 1982 245 GL’s factory diesel inline-six has been replaced by a Ford 5.0-liter V8 that sends power to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished from the factory in Silver Metallic, the exterior received a glass-out refinish in 2012. The seating surfaces are upholstered in black leather, and 15” Virgo alloy wheels have been mounted. The seller acquired the wagon from its first owner in 2021, and service under current ownership included upgrades to the suspension.   

Highlights 

• Powered by a Ford 5.0-liter V8  

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Finished from the factory in Silver Metallic and refinished in 2012 

• Button-tufted black leather upholstery  

• Silver-finished 15” Virgo alloy wheels 

• Aftermarket front and rear anti-sway bars 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features  

• Front spoiler 

• 205/65 Michelin Defender T+H tires show 2022 date codes 

• Factory AM/FM/cassette stereo 

• Power-operated windows and door locks 

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

• 2.5” exhaust without catalytic converters 

• Cruise control 

• Lockable rear storage compartment 

• Molded dashboard cover 

• Reupholstered front passenger seat bottom 

 Known Imperfections  

• Air conditioning system leaks and requires recharging 

• The replacement power steering rack seeps fluid 

• Imperfections in the finish  

• The driver’s seat upholstery shows wear 

• Damage to the left floor pan was repaired under previous ownership 

• Front-right window can only be operated by the driver-side controls 

Included  

• Two ignition keys and key fobs 

• Partial service records 

• Copy of window sticker  

• Manufacturer’s literature 

• Mercury Mountaineer manuals related to 5.0-liter V8  

Ownership History 

This 1982 245 GL was delivered new to Warren Henry Motors Inc. of Miami, Florida, and is said to have received its 5.0-liter V8 and repaint in 2012. The seller acquired the wagon from its first owner in 2021 and states, “Since my purchase in 2021 I have: replaced rear coil springs, both U joints, front and rear sway bars, tail shaft bushing and seal, both engine mounts, all acc. illumination bulbs, front and rear brakes with new pads and rotors,” in addition to, “r&r rear torque rods and press bushings and rear trailer arm bushings, and installed new front trailer arm bushings.” 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows no accidents or other damage and places this 240 series wagon in Georgia and Ohio with a gap in reporting between June 1983 and March 2013.  

The wagon is now offered with a clean Ohio title in the seller’s name.