1995 Volvo 850 For Sale
This 1995 Volvo 850 T5R Wagon in Gatesville, Texas, is a rare, high-performance Swedish classic offered as a turnkey engine-swap or rebuild project. Currently non-running due to catastrophic engine oil loss from a failed oil cooler line, it retains a clean Texas title and a host of recent, low-mileage upgrades—including Sachs/Bilstein suspension, H&R springs, IPD CV shafts, new tires, motor mount, and heater core. Fully documented in a long-term rebuild thread, it’s ideal for a T5R enthusiast seeking a solid, partially refreshed base with known history.
Location: Gatesville, Texas/USA
Price: $3,000
Key Details
- Make/Model: Volvo 850 T5R Wagon
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic (standard for U.S. T5R)
- Engine: 2.3L turbocharged inline-5 (B5234T3) — requires rebuild or replacement
- Title: Clean
Condition
- Not currently running (engine seized from oil loss)
- Stored under Seal Skin outdoor cover since January 2025
- Suspension, driveline, and interior components recently refreshed
- No structural damage reported
Performance Highlights
- Factory 243 hp turbocharged inline-5 — one of the most powerful Volvos of its era
- Aggressive factory tuning with sport suspension and limited-slip differential
- Unique T5R-specific aerodynamics, wheels, and interior trim
- Lightweight wagon platform with near-ideal weight distribution
Known Issues
- Engine requires full rebuild or replacement
- Non-operational due to oil starvation incident
Upgrades & Features
- Sachs struts with full front rebuild
- Bilstein B4 rear shocks
- H&R lowering springs
- IPD CV shafts
- New tires
- New crank pulley-side motor mount
- New heater core
Additional Information
- All recent work has ≤5,000 miles
- Extensive repair history documented in SwedeSpeed rebuild thread
- Seller also has a T5R parts car available (no title)
- Priced near $3,000; reasonable offers considered
- “As-is” project; ideal for engine swap (e.g., LS, K-series) or OEM restoration
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