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transmission problems
dpmgb66, 11/11/2003
1997 Volvo 850 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've owned two 240's since 1984. Bought this car Feb. 02 with 97,000 miles. I've put 3000 miles on it. Been in the shop twice already. First, the engine check light went on. Emmission control sensor neede replacing. Now, flashing orange arrow & engine check light on. Back to the shop. Mechanic tells me I need a new transmission at a cost of 3,200. I put over 225,000 mi. on my 240's with no problems. This 850 is the worst. I'll NEVER buy a Volvo again. I'm sure it's just a matter of time before I'm back in the shop again!
My benchmark for future cars
Super-happy V-owner, 06/03/2002
1997 Volvo 850 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought a certified pre-owned with 35k miles on it. I have put absolutely $0 in this with the exception of the oil changes and schedlued services. In general, I think this is the best car for the money - blends performance, comfort, safety, and performance together into one sporty chassis. Even with the base 160 hp engine, the car moves pretty well. My kids love the ride, as do I!
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- Base SedanMSRP: $8,9951,575 mi away
Nearly 12 yrs old, and still pretty nice
Matt, 08/30/2008
1997 Volvo 850 GLT Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice car for casual driving. Turbo gives some oomph, but responds better to steady application of throttle than stomping on pedal. Decent torque at low RPM makes it adept at city driving - even in hills. Nice leather interior, except for odd control layout. Has held up well, over time. No major problems with rattles, except sometimes from sunroof. Handling is not great. In spite of repair shop insisting suspension components were in good shape, I found cornering far worse than newer, sporty European sedans (including newer Volvos). Interestingly, car isn't as heavy as you'd think. Bought in 2000 w/ 50k miles. Now, at 185k, still surprisingly nice. But then I stayed up-to-date on service!
proud to own
hadabetterfind, 06/16/2009
1997 Volvo 850 T5 Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 1997 850 T5 has been a reliable and fun drive, providing good power and handling. Heading past 200K miles, it has had no extreme engine problems and has performed beyond my expectations. The 5 cylinder provides adequate power and a reliable 25 mpg, glad I found it.
Suprisingly fun, yet......
Atlanta 850 , 04/20/2002
1997 Volvo 850 GLT Turbo 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchase a 1997 GLT Sedan about two years ago with 38,000 miles. I've put an additional 40,000 on the vehicle. Like another poster, I took my vehicle in for an oil leak & it turned out to be a rear main seal (big $$$$) at 70,000. There have been no other issues with the car. It has solid performance characteristics and is assisting nicely with my transition into adulthood at 32 (it is my first non-manual transmission). Not as fun to drive as my old Integra GSR....but its a heck of a lot quieter!