Used 1993 Volvo 940 Wagon Consumer Reviews
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The Volvo 940, A Sherman Tank
Christian, 07/18/2009
1993 Volvo 940 4dr Wagon
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This car, though not a track star, is one of the most reliable vehicles i've ever known. It only had 1 owner before me, my parents and i bought it from them in 2008 with 206,000 miles on it. This thing ran great. Fuel mileage not exactly desirable but when you get into a crash, as i recently did, this thing holds up like no other. The interior was great, engine and tranny very reliable and smooth. My major gripe is the power. only 114 horses...really. The paint held up until the day it was totaled and so did everything else. At 219,000 miles i was robbed of this vehicle by a careless driver. I think it could have made i to 300,000 miles. If you maintain it, it will take care of you.
Last of An Era
James Russell, 08/15/2009
1993 Volvo 940 Turbo 4dr Wagon
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I bought this '93 Turbo as a nanny wagon in in '98 used w/50K. Now has 134K on it and is a primary family car. It is reliable and relatively cheap to operate, very comfortable and cruises comfortably on the highway. I've replaced the radiator; had the upper main and water pump done as well as the timing belt at 125K. AC has been serviced and works fine. If you keep up with the maintenance as I do, this car will run for a long time. The B230F engine won't quit on you w/some TLC. The turbo give the car just enough power for good highway cruising. This is one of the old Volvo car corporation's last cars -- a rear- wheel drive classic for which they became famous. It's built like a tank.
General Review
Debra Rivera, 04/09/2008
1993 Volvo 940 Turbo 4dr Wagon
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I purchased this car in 2002 from the original owner and I have never felt better about any car in my life. I have owned Honda's, Toyota's, BMW's, GMC's, Dodges', Suburu's, and of course several Volvo's. I have had the opportunity to sell this car many times and never have because it drives so good and handles better than any of the other car's I have owned. It drives like a BMW but has more room than an SUV. It sits high enough to be comfortable yet low enough to cut through the wind that we have in Michigan. I can haul just about anything and it has a built in booster seat for my preschooler. I would receommend this car to anyone who wants a truly great reliable auto.
Garbage
JT, 06/20/2019
1993 Volvo 940 Turbo 4dr Wagon
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Bought the car used with 64k miles on the clock. A very handsome car with nice luxury appointments. Fold-down dog cage barrier in back was useful. Car performed like a true European car with turbo power and firm yet controlled ride WHEN it was on the road. Back seat leg space was laughable. Design was very dated and had no passenger airbag. Constant problems with lights, fuel gauge, crackling in stereo, mass airflow sensor, spark plugs, fuel pump, etc. Engine overheated due to hose leak on the bottom of the radiator. At 86k miles engine was cooked and had to be replaced. Replaced engine and car continued to be problematic. Gave it away to my niece at 136k miles and the engine seized 6 months later. After 2 previous Volvo 240’s that were also a pain to keep up with on maintenance, I finally switched to a Honda Accord.
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