The Volvo 260 Series was the V6 sister to the iconic Volvo 240, produced from 1974 to 1985 with approximately 150,000 units built. The 260 used the PRV V6 engine (Peugeot-Renault-Volvo joint venture engine) instead of the inline-4 engines of the 240, marking it as the upmarket luxury variant of the boxy Volvo lineup. Body styles include the 264 4-door sedan (most common), the 265 5-door wagon (the V6 version of the famous boxy Volvo wagon), and the very rare 262C Bertone 2-door coupe (only about 6,600 produced 1977 to 1981). The 260 was Volvo's executive-class offering before being superseded by the 760 in 1982 onward, though 260 production continued in parallel until 1985.
Wheel hubs on the 260 are cast iron components that mount the front or rear wheel to the spindle (front) or rear axle (rear). The hub contains the wheel bearing races, the brake rotor mounting flange with five bolts, and the five wheel studs that retain the wheel. Hubs are critical wear items because they support the weight of the vehicle through the bearings, withstand braking torque through the rotor mounting flange, and transmit wheel forces through the wheel studs. After 30 to 50 years of service, original 260 hubs commonly need replacement due to bearing race spalling, thread damage, corrosion, or impact damage.
The most common reasons 260 owners replace wheel hubs are: bearing race spalling causing grinding or rumbling noise from the wheel (you can often feel vibration in the steering wheel for front bearings or floor for rear bearings), wheel stud thread damage from over-torquing or stripped threads making safe wheel attachment impossible, hub flange corrosion at the brake rotor mounting surface causing brake judder and uneven rotor wear, or impact damage from curb hits or potholes bending the hub bore.
Volvo 260 enthusiasts typically refresh wheel hubs during full chassis restoration, when replacing wheel bearings (often easier to replace the entire hub assembly than press out and reinstall bearings in the old hub), or when addressing brake judder traced to a warped rotor mounting flange. Our wheel hubs at $79 each save both time and money compared to sourcing new old stock Volvo parts (rarely available) or specialty restoration reproductions ($120 to $200 each). The hub comes with new bearings pre-installed and wheel studs pre-torqued for direct installation.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Hub | Mounts on the front spindle, accommodates the steering knuckle assembly. Contains inner and outer tapered roller bearings. Smaller overall than rear hub. Specify front when ordering. |
| Rear Wheel Hub | Mounts on the rear axle housing flange. Larger overall than front hub to handle drivetrain torque. Contains different bearing configuration. Specify rear when ordering. |
| 264 vs 265 vs 262C | All three body styles use the same wheel hub design within front and rear positions. The 262C Bertone coupe shares hubs with the 264 sedan despite the unique body, since the underlying chassis is the same. |
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The complete wheel hub assembly with pre-installed wheel studs (5-stud pattern, 4.25 inch bolt circle), inner and outer wheel bearing races, new tapered roller bearings, inner grease seal, brake rotor mounting flange machined flat. Ready to install on the spindle or axle. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Wheel bearing grease (apply fresh grease during install, typically a high-temp lithium-based bearing grease), spindle nut or cotter pin (reuse originals or source new), brake rotor (separate part), wheel lug nuts (reuse originals or source new), wheel. |
| Tools You Need | Metric socket set (260 uses mostly metric on suspension and brake fasteners), torque wrench, bearing grease, brake clean for spindle, cotter pin pliers, jack and stands, large socket for spindle nut (typically 27mm or 30mm), penetrating oil for 40+ year old fasteners. |
The Volvo 260 wheel hub is compatible with the following 260 series variants. Confirm year, body style, and position before ordering.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Volvo 264 Sedan (1975 to 1982) | Standard 4-door V6 sedan, most common 260 variant |
| Volvo 264 GLE (1975 to 1982) | Higher trim 264 with more luxury equipment |
| Volvo 265 Wagon (1975 to 1982) | 5-door V6 wagon, the boxy Volvo wagon with PRV V6 |
| Volvo 265 GLE Wagon (1975 to 1982) | Higher trim wagon |
| Volvo 262C Bertone Coupe (1977 to 1981) | Rare 2-door luxury coupe, ~6,600 produced, Bertone-designed body |
| Volvo 264 TE Limousine (1977 to 1981) | Extended wheelbase limousine, very rare |
| Volvo 240 Series (1974 to 1993) | Sister vehicle, shares many hub components with 260, confirm year and position |
Not compatible with the 140 series (1966 to 1974 predecessor) which used different hub design. Also not compatible with the 740/760 (1982 to 1992 successor 700 series) which used updated hub design with different bearing specifications. The 260 shares wheel hubs with the 240 series for most positions and years, but always confirm year and body style. Call (240) 301-0095 if uncertain about cross-compatibility.
Not sure if this Volvo 260 wheel hub fits your car? Call (240) 301-0095 with your year (1974 to 1985), body style (264 sedan, 265 wagon, or 262C Bertone coupe), position needed (front or left, single hub or pair), and whether you are doing standalone hub replacement or full bearing service. Our team confirms the right hub for your specific 260 application before we ship.
These new restoration-specification Volvo 260 wheel hubs are inspected before shipping. Quality control includes:
Each hub ships with a label identifying position (front or rear) and 260 application notes. Classic Volvo 260 restoration requires correct specification parts, and we provide hubs that match factory dimensions for proper fitment, balanced ride, and reliable service life. Apply fresh high-temp bearing grease during installation and torque the spindle nut to factory specification.
| Application | Volvo 260 Series classic V6 sedan | wagon | and coupe |
|---|---|
| Year Range | 1974 to 1985 |
| Body Styles | 264 sedan | 265 wagon | 262C Bertone coupe | 264 TE limousine |
| Engine Compatibility | PRV V6 (B27F | B28F | B280F) | D24 diesel I6 |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) all variants |
| Production Total | Approximately 150 | 000 260 vehicles produced |
| Hub Material | Cast iron |
| Wheel Stud Pattern | 5-stud | 4.25 inch (108mm) bolt circle |
| Bearing Type | Tapered roller (inner and outer) |
| Position Specific | Front and rear designs differ |
| Brake Mounting | 5-bolt flange for rotor |
| Sister Series | Volvo 240 (shares most components | I4 engines instead of V6) |
| Successor | Volvo 760 (1982 to 1990) |
| Predecessor | Volvo 140 series |
| Special Variant | 262C Bertone coupe was Volvo first Bertone collaboration (~6 | 600 produced) |
| Warranty | 15 day replacement on manufacturing defects |
| Shipping | Free UPS or FedEx Ground to all 50 states |
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com with the original order number, photos of the installed hub, and a description of the defect. We process most warranty replacements within 48 hours.
