I always had good luck with British-American in Columbia; they're a bit pricey but pretty thorough, and they don't fix what doesn't need fixing. They know Volvos.
It depends on where he is going to be. I can recommend mechanics in Columbia, MD, which is just south of Baltimore (within a half hour of most areas in Baltimore). Where will he be living?
Chuck
My son is taking our 1985 240 DL to college in Baltimore this year. I would like to find a reliable mechanic in the Baltimore area. We are in Houston so this has to be someone that we can trust.
Any suggestions?
TIA