1990 Volvo 240 GL | Colchester, Essex

The Volvo 240 GL is the better-equipped trim of the long-running 200 Series, known for its upright shape and safety-led engineering. Nicknamed the brick, it stayed in production until 14 May 1993 and has grown into a cult favourite. This car is a 1990 estate in blue, with a blue interior in notably good order. The bumpers are black plastic, the headlamps are square-cut with amber indicators set into the corners, and a slim chrome strip runs along each side. Silver multi-spoke alloys finish the look. Large windows bring daylight into the cabin, and the long roofline and deep load area give it a clear profile from every angle. Its condition is excellent, well kept rather than over-restored. For film and TV set from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, it needs little dressing, and the big glass area helps with dialogue and interior coverage. Photography and editorial shoots get a square, functional shape that marks the period at once, and the blue holds up in bright and overcast light. It also suits a low-key wedding arrival. The car is based in Colchester, Essex.