sxnahm@bbncca.ARPA (Steve Nahm) (05/23/84)
The local Volvo dealer has suggested that I consider buying a DL sedan he is
getting with a commercial (Taxi) package. Here are some of the differences:
1) vinyl seats (-2 points)
2) rubber mats instead of carpet on floor (-2 point)
3) full-size spare tire (+2 points)
4) heavy duty alternator and battery) (+3 points; I might install a
ham radio).
5) "Turbo" suspesion package - front and rear stabilizers plus gas shocks.
(??? points?)
6) misc: remote trunk opener; oversize interior light; better tires, I
think. (+1 point)
Well, if nothing else, it'll be unique. I have two questions:
1) Is this a disguised treasure? I can handle a spartan interior if the
car will really last alot longer.
2) Will the upgraded suspension make the car more "bouncy"? The desciption
for the gas shocks is: "Unique design provides for a comfortable ride
during normal street driving, but becomes progressively firmer the more
they are used." I don't understand this; does this mean after three
years or so the car will become stiff over bumps?
Supply of Volvo DLs is tight here in D.C., so a big point in this car's favor is
that it'll be here soon, rather than two months.
The dealer is supposed to get the car in a couple days, so maybe a test
drive will tell more about #2. Oh, by the way, the Taxi meter is *not*
included.
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Steve Nahm
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