In build Initial assessment
Volvo 265 GLE
An increasingly rare Volvo 265 GLE, presented in as-found condition and now undergoing assessment ahead of a sympathetic restoration and recommissioning by Direct Classics
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- Log
- 3 entries
- Model
- Volvo 265 GLE
- Series
- Volvo 260 Series
- Body style
- 5-door estate
- Project type
- Restoration & recommissioning
- Condition
- As found
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Current stage
- Initial assessment
- Status
- Build in progress
The car
As it stands.
On film
The work, moving.
Build log
The work, in order.
Newest first. Each entry is posted as the work is done.
- 1979 Built
- November 2024 Came to us
- 2 January 2025 360 Health Check Assessment
- 1 February 2025 Engine Health Check Engine Health Check
- 12 March 2025 Donor Car Found Donor Car Found
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Donor Car Found
- A suitable donor car was sourced for its engine.
- The donor engine was inspected to confirm its suitability for the project.
- The engine was then prepared for removal and installation into the vehicle.
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Engine Health Check
Vehicle on the Ramp
- Vehicle brought onto the ramp for initial inspection.
- Attempted to turn the engine over, but it was not running at all.
- Engine removed for further inspection and repair.
- Engine bay cleaned and prepared while the engine was out.
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