This sweet white 240 caught fire this week in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A passerby alerted the driver that her car was on fire and she was able to get away safely.
Acting Ann Arbor fire Battalion Chief Derek Wiseley said the fire likely started in the engine compartment underneath the car.
“It appears to be mechanical,” he said.
Photo by Norman Tyler
Could have had the cam seal retainer. If it pops out, oil will spill on the exhaust and cause a fire. Almost happened to me once. IPD makes a plate to keep that from happening: http://www.ipdusa.com/products/5561/103560-rear-cam-seal-retainer
Hi Jay,
Just wondering if there was any news about your 245? Haven’t heard much about it of late. Also, I did a post about mine a few weeks ago that might interest you, if you feel like dropping by my site sometime. Hope the black brick is holding up as it should.
Cheers,
HB
Thanks for the note. The black brick is coasting along pretty well lately. I’ve been too busy to post much and haven’t done too many auto repairs lately. Send me a link to your post and I’ll make an update!
Cool, thanks man.
http://www.hardbarned.com/2013/07/my-volvo-240-wagon-slow-heavy-practical.html