3. Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 is often hailed as the gold standard for automotive durability. Its robust construction and simple engineering have led to countless high-mileage success stories.
Perhaps the most famous example is Irv Gordon’s 1966 Volvo 1800S (a close relative to the 240), which reached over 3 million miles and was officially recognized by Volvo.
Stories like these, along with Volvo’s own acknowledgments, cement the 240’s reputation for longevity and reliability.