Used 1997 Volvo 960 Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Solid, comfortable, strong 6 cly power, safe.
Tom, 11/25/2017
1997 Volvo 960 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
In 330,000k I have not major repairs, only keeping up with the maintenance. involved. Ft rotors had to be upgraded, kept warping, added Zimmer disc issue 100 percent gone. Added bigger exhaust and improved airbox, added 0 to 60 to 5.5 seconds.
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Overall Nice
Nick, 06/03/2009
1997 Volvo 960 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first Volvo. The ride quality and engine performance are very good for a family sedan. I have not had many problems with the engine (after 165,000 miles). The sunroof and interior are rather cheap. The sunroof continuously breaks and leaks, and the interior chips. The brakes have to be replaced about as often as Nascar does theirs. Overall a solid vehicle though, just some minor tweaks.
It's the best I have driven so far
Stuka, 01/27/2009
1997 Volvo 960 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I never thought I would have bought a Volvo. But after riding with one of my friends in his S90, I could not keep away from getting one too. I have had it for 8 years and taken it all over the east cost as well as Canada several times. I am ready for a new car and decided to give it to my daughter as her 1st car. My experience with this car made me buy my wife a V70 XC , an awesome car too . Will buy myself a good V70R next
Reasonably satisfied
Richard N., 09/12/2002
1997 Volvo 960 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Original owner. This is my third Volvo (previous 2 740's). Nagging problems during first few years of ownership - nothing serious, just irritating. I had less problems with the 740's. Mechanical repairs limited to a faulty O2 sensor and a fan installed to prevent a malodorous aroma from airco (high humidity climate). Sun roof repaired twice. The service problems seem to have abated in the last couple of years. Bought extended warranty - so far they are ahead with one year to go.
Sunroof & Brakes
Larry, 09/28/2006
1997 Volvo 960 4dr Sedan
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is my third Volvo. I have been VERY disappointed with the poor quality sun roof. After having it repaired five times (three under warranty) I finally gave up. In addition, this car eats brake pads and ended up needing new pads every 9-12 months. Cup holders in interior are a joke.
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