1999 Volvo C70 Review

Amazing Car

Written by: volvoman on 08/25/2009

Vehicle

1999 Volvo C70 2 Dr LT Turbo Convertible

Review

This is the best car that I've ever owned I have never had any problems and it is so much fun I drive it everywhere even to the beach

Favorite Features

surround sound convertible european

Suggested Improvements

none!!!!!!!!

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Great fun ride!

Written by: best-Used-car on 02/16/2009

Vehicle

1999 Volvo C70 2 Dr LT Turbo Convertible

Review

I bought this Car almost 5 years back. This car had about 80K miles, but I loved the condition and mechanic report. So far, people think that its a relatively new/less-used car as the metallic color on this car is of very superior quality and still shines. Anyway, I have spent almost $2k so far on this car including new sports tire and minor maintenance issues and oil changes. I enjoy it riding every day to work and occasionally to the beach. Best used car in the market, no doubt.

Favorite Features

Metallic color is very good quality. Sound system. Tight on road. Pickup. Style. Roomy (both front and rear). Large trunk

Suggested Improvements

There are small issues associated with this car like power seats stop working as a stupid $10 switch breaks after a while. These kind of common issues should be fixed using a recall

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1999 C70 LT Coupe, Overall a Good Car

Written by: Tareq Shahwan on 10/08/2008

Vehicle

1999 Volvo C70 2 Dr LT Turbo Coupe

Review

Bought this car used with about 30,000 miles. I've owened now for 6+ years, very little problems. I had an issue with the turbo (was leaking and had it repaired for about $150). Other than that, it has been a pretty good car. The only issue with this model (and the dealers I've visited agreed with me on) is the ABD braking system. It is flaky and kicks in during normal braking conditions. One issue I had recently was with the switching panel on the dirver door that controls the windows, the unit blew up while I was driving and I saw smoke come out inside the car. I ordered a brand new unit for about $145 (if I remember correctly) and replaced it myself. Other than that, it's been fun

Favorite Features

Handling, exterior style, and as one of the reviews mentiond this car is built like a tank, the doors are very heavy and you feel protected inside.

Suggested Improvements

ABS, gas mileage

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Drive It Until 300K

Written by: toyesq1971 on 04/29/2008

Vehicle

1999 Volvo C70 2 Dr LT Turbo Coupe

Review

This was our first new car. It's been an every day commuter since we bought it. We had almost zero problems for the first 100K miles. After that, only the seat motors have gone out and a few minor electrical problems. The reliability seriously rivals an Accord. Also, it's surprisingly quick for only 200 HP. Finally, it's built like a tank. Girly men need two tries to swing the doors shut. That may sound like a downside, but I hate the tinny feeling of a 3 series BMW. And, for a two-door, the back seat is amazingly roomy. A 5'10" man can sit very comfortably for a long ride.

Favorite Features

Seats; Build Quality.

Suggested Improvements

An inch more headroom in the rear seat.

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Don't waste your money!

Written by: bob on 05/07/2007

Vehicle

1999 Volvo C70 2 Dr HT Turbo Coupe

Review

I married into this car. Wife explained she liked the style, the seats are very comfortable, and she got a good deal on it. I agree with her, however, this car has been to the shop way too much. Things like, light switch, power seats, strut mounts, sunvisors, abs system, oil leak. I can't even list them all. Allow me to sum it up: I think Volvo engineered a good car but assembled it with lousy parts.

Favorite Features

Radio and A/C still work good. Oh and the exhaust system sounds nice.

Suggested Improvements

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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