1997 Volvo S90 Consumer Reviews

A Verrry nice money pit.

Written by: Theoriginalmongo on 11/10/2003

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Wonderful road car, too much wind noise. Sunroof problems, brake problems, oil and grease seal problems, several minor electrical problems. A prima-donna for maintenance. Not for the faint of heart or any one thinking it is a Volvo 240. Think Swedish Jaguar.

Favorite Features

Ride, handling, probably the nicest stereo I've ever heard. Interior styling is classy as well.

Suggested Improvements

Well, I don't think Volvo is paying attention to the above referenced problems. Hence, the S-80.

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great touring car

Written by: stefanm561 on 05/17/2003

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I was fortunate to find this model.It is very roomy and the entrance is great,you dont bang your head against the door frame...thermo a/c works great.The interior is very luxurious...comparerable to my MB

Favorite Features

thermo a/c and variable shift method

Suggested Improvements

none that I can think of

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Service costs $1000 no matter what

Written by: NoMoVolvo on 05/08/2003

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Even an oil change turns into a $1000 event. Volvo has poor electrical parts, drive train parts wear out too fast. Parts aren't stocked, so there are multiple trips. Our other car is a Toyota that we drive more and have yet to have a single issue with in 4 years. Volvo electrical windows have been a on-going battle. If the window is rolled down we all worry that it will go back up.

Favorite Features

The V6 sounds good.

Suggested Improvements

Want to buy it?

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97 Volv0 S90

Written by: Spain on 03/24/2003

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Excellent vehicle with great highway cruising confort. A little bit noisy at high speeds. Great engine.

Favorite Features

Inline 6 is a delight.

Suggested Improvements

Tighter suspension.

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for life? not my life

Written by: 4life? on 03/10/2003

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

although i realize most everyone is satisfied with their volvo, my experience has been simply awful. a lemon that the Ford Motor Comp refuses to realize: prematurely aging leather interior always broken sun roof an a/c that blows hot air every now & then broken cd player new transmission needed AFTER 50K miles because the radiator cracked and bled fluids into it. bottom line=they don't make 'em like they used to and they-FORD-don't stand bye 'em/support 'em either. RUN THE OTHER WAY!

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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1997 Volvo S90

Written by: smokey63090 on 07/14/2002

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Excellent overall vehicle with very good performance. Too much tire and wind noise in cabin for a luxury car. Excellent ride with class and safety. Very good inline six engine.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Noise in the cabin from road. wind & tires gets to you during long trips. Otherwise excellent highway cruiser.

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Better than expected

Written by: Zeroloss on 05/06/2002

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I bought this car as a basic commuter vehicle and have never regretted it. The engine is very peppy, the features endless and fun, and the seats are the best ever. I've owned a lot of cars, usually new, and have to say that a used Volvo, especially one of these rare decked-out rear-wheel drive sixes is own of the best buys I've made. Trunk is huge and back seats provide plenty of room too. No mechanical problems with it so far; though routine maintenance can be pricey. Luxury at a great price!

Favorite Features

Very comfortable power seats. Excellent reliability and safety. Fun to drive, feels sporty. Big interior and big trunk. Lots of buttons and gadgets : )

Suggested Improvements

Better cupholders. Auto-touch moonroof would be great. Little to complain about.

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Last of the best of the Volvo's

Written by: Bob A. on 03/15/2002

Vehicle

1997 Volvo S90 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Good solid car. Seats very comfortable, very good pickup from 6 cyl engine which is still smooth as glass at 125k miles. Goes through tires fast. Usually no more than 35K and at over 100 a tire it isnt cheap to replace. Best I have had on it are Pirelli 3000's which are doing very well. Very good handling, reliability while not up to Japanese standards is pretty good. Parts expensive. Built like a tank.

Favorite Features

Extremely tight turning radius, smooth ride, large trunk.

Suggested Improvements

wind noise, only one interval on time delay wipers

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