OWNER: Nayak Polissar, Seattle
OCCUPATION: Owner of statistical research firm, The Mountain-Whisper-Light
CAR'S MAKE AND MODEL: 1979 Volvo 245 DL Station Wagon
"I LOVE MY CAR BECAUSE ... I have so many fond memories associated with it, and because it has served me so reliably for 30 years and over 300,000 miles. When it was very new, I chauffeured a great world leader around Seattle for several days. It has been on hundreds of fun outings all over the West. We have hauled all kinds of stuff and so many people. It starts in an instant and it has rarely needed repairs. It's alive!"
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12 Comments
By wisey on November 30, 2009 8:36 AM
Classic car! Glad you have enjoyed it all these years- heres to many more miles ahead!
By Pavitara on December 2, 2009 3:19 AM
who was the great world leader?
By Karl T on December 3, 2009 9:21 AM
As a (Mazda6) wagon man myself, very cool story.
Amazing how much stuff you can carry in one, isn't it?
By Northside on December 4, 2009 2:14 PM
That car looks like hell, you should think about a new one. I think it is safe to say that you have got your money's worth.
By Plug One on December 4, 2009 2:34 PM
who cares what it looks like, if it performs favorably in form fit function, it is statistically sound. if one continues to save $ by not spending any $, you can take your savings to the bank ... or start a company like this wise guy did. well done.
if everyone behaved like this, the world would be a better place to be.
By Vancouverite on December 4, 2009 2:45 PM
I agree 'Plug One', well said! 'Northside'...what's it like living life worrying about what everyone around you thinks of your possessions? empty?
By Northside on December 4, 2009 3:24 PM
What about this makes the world a better place to be? You should thank me for being different than you, it allows you to think that you are special for being nice. Your welcome.
By Snoho on December 4, 2009 3:43 PM
agreed with Northside. Call and apple an apple and a POS a POS.
By Michael Deskins on December 5, 2009 8:43 AM
VOLVO "I ROLL" (Latin)
Of the old original VOLVO mother,
the SKF ball bearing company in SWEDEN
And I say "Keep 'Em Rolling"
VOLVO 122S 1800S & S60
My past and present Volvo's
By you don't get it on December 5, 2009 11:34 AM
You know, a simple paint job and it would probably look wonderful again. Anyway, if it functions well, why does it matter what it looks like? New is not always equivalent to better.
By Sarath on March 1, 2010 11:35 PM
Give her a coat of paint, She deserves it after the long run.
By Julie V on March 18, 2010 10:24 PM
Your car would look so rad with wings . . .