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T-luv, 12/02/2003
1996 Volvo 850 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this car in '99 with 57k on it. Now has 150k miles. Had all of the normal problems (brakes, cam sensors, squeaks in dash, bulb burnout, etc.) but these have all been relatively minor. I can never understand why folks take their cars to the dealers for service and get ripped off - find someone else! I fix most things myself so costs have been rather low. It's a solid car that we got for my wife to be safe in. Will probably sell it next year but overall it has been a decent car and we'll miss it. Probably the best student car out there (safe, durable, not too powerful).
Happy Driver
Happy Driver, 03/26/2002
1996 Volvo 850 Platinum Limited Edition Turbo 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This has been an incredible car to drive. Fun, fast and great handling...who would of thought that Volvo could produce a "sporty" car. Two thumbs up for this car, i got an awesome deal...only cost me 8,000. I had someone offer me 12,000 the day after i bought it. Great ride, love it!!!
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Volvo 850 Turbo Wagon Platinum Ed
Pat Downey, 07/03/2003
1996 Volvo 850 Platinum Limited Edition Turbo 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 850 Wagon off a three year lease. It currently has 80K. The car performs well, gets good gas mileage is very comfortable, and has been fairly reliable. Repairs include rear main seal and ABS control at 50K. Radio at 70K. Otherwise maintenance has been routine. Has had pinging noise which was explained as a relief valve on turbo since purchased. Interior plastic seems a bit cheap. Has squeaks and rattles.
Comfort, style and SAFE
pnad, 06/03/2003
1996 Volvo 850 Platinum Limited Edition Turbo 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
At 118000 miles, this car is in better condition than my 60k mile Ponitac GTP. Very comfortable to drive. Quiet and rattle free. Interior materials seem to be if good quality. This platinum edition car is LOADED. Heated leather seats are very nice on cold morning commutes. Not the fastest car on the road, but she is no slouch. The 220hp turbo 5cyl keeps you in the above average range. I love the styling of this car and it actually gets a bit of attention from other drivers. I like the peace of mind knowing I am driving what has to be the safest car on the road.
I love it
Newif, 02/01/2003
1996 Volvo 850 R Turbo 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The best car that i'we ever driven. lots of power. Great performance, great handeling. Go for an 850 R.