Transmission mount (lower engine/transmission to frame) was shot. You can just make out the fractured rubber bushings. Engine moved excessively because of this, particularly when starting the engine or with acceleration/deceleration.
Replaced with a new after-market transmission mount which has polyurethane bushings which will last forever but are slightly stiffer so perhaps a little more vibration will be transmitted to the frame.
$89.95
1997 Volvo 850 Wagon Project 