1997 Volvo 960 Review

A great Car!

Written by: mlmain on 08/13/2009

Vehicle

1997 Volvo 960 4 Dr STD Wagon

Review

I agree with the others: an all-around great car. The only glaring piece of poor workmanship is the cup holder--- surely Volvo could have done better than this. Very smooth engine, largely due to its being an inline six. And rear drive contributes to better weight distribution. Rear drive also makes possible the short turning radius-no problems with tight u-turns. I have mixed premium gas with intermediate without a problem. Agreed, radio reception isn't the best, as others have observed.After several years, my air conditioning output is getting weak, but that may only require a recharge of refrigerant- --I hope! Front window sill coverings are pulling away. Am very pleased overall.

Favorite Features

performance, comfort, spacious rear- seat legroom (a shortcoming on many other cars with their sloping rooflines).

Suggested Improvements

As others have said, the cupholder should have been better designed to begin with. It is very flimsy and mine broke.

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Overall Nice

Written by: Nick on 06/02/2009

Vehicle

1997 Volvo 960 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

This is my first Volvo. The ride quality and engine performance are very good for a family sedan. I have not had many problems with the engine (after 165,000 miles). The sunroof and interior are rather cheap. The sunroof continuously breaks and leaks, and the interior chips. The brakes have to be replaced about as often as Nascar does theirs. Overall a solid vehicle though, just some minor tweaks.

Favorite Features

Power, Handling, Comfort

Suggested Improvements

Sunroof, Interior, Brakes

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Love My 960 Wagon

Written by: Jenna on 02/04/2009

Vehicle

1997 Volvo 960 4 Dr STD Wagon

Review

This is the most favorite car that I've owned (Nissan Maxima - 2 of them and an Acura Legend). January 2009 turned over 200K miles. Smooth ride and super dependable. Power is there when needed, so don't underestimate this car where performance is concerned. Premium fuel must be used, always. I average in-town 20.4 miles per gallon. Regular maintenance by Volvo specialized mechanic is paramount. I wish they still made these cars.

Favorite Features

Wood dash, analog control panel with clock, and the fact that you can "peel wheels" or "get a wheel" with this car.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders are inadequate. AM/FM radio reception is limited with antenna embedded in windshield.

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It's the best I have driven so far

Written by: Stuka on 01/27/2009

Vehicle

1997 Volvo 960 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I never thought I would have bought a Volvo. But after riding with one of my friends in his S90, I could not keep away from getting one too. I have had it for 8 years and taken it all over the east cost as well as Canada several times. I am ready for a new car and decided to give it to my daughter as her 1st car. My experience with this car made me buy my wife a V70 XC , an awesome car too . Will buy myself a good V70R next

Favorite Features

The solid ride

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders

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Great car

Written by: Aimee on 09/03/2008

Vehicle

1997 Volvo 960 4 Dr STD Wagon

Review

I have owned this car for three years now and the car is 11 years old. Great performance, very reliable for it's age. I have only replaced the brakes and rotors once. That's not bad in three years. My only complaint is the cup holders. They are cheap and don't hold a cup. This is the last year that Volvo made there cars. Ford now builds them and I would never buy from Ford. All in all this is a great car.

Favorite Features

Comfort, reliable, good brakes, built in booster set.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders

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