1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo Market Value & Price History
The 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo has a market value of $15,004, based on 5 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 5 verified USD sales between $11,500 and $27,000. No sale since Jan 14, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.
Data: DriveIndex. 5 verified auction sales for the 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo, latest sale Jan 14, 2025. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2025 | $14,000 | 164,000 mi | Manual |
| Feb 27, 2024 | $21,270 | 143,000 mi | Automatic |
| Jun 9, 2022 | $11,500 | 165,000 mi | Manual |
| Apr 6, 2022 | $27,000 | 57,000 mi | Manual |
| Dec 2, 2021 | $17,000 | 178,000 mi | Manual |
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1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo worth?
A 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo is worth approximately $15,004, based on 5 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Jan 14, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 5 verified USD sales fall between $11,500 and $27,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How many 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo sell per year?
DriveIndex has tracked 5 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo sales at auction.
Are 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1983 Volvo 242 GLT Turbo. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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