Used 1999 Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe Consumer Reviews
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1999 C70 LT Coupe, Overall a Good Car
Tareq Shahwan, 10/08/2008
Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used with about 30,000 miles. I've owened now for 6+ years, very little problems. I had an issue with the turbo (was leaking and had it repaired for about $150). Other than that, it has been a pretty good car. The only issue with this model (and the dealers I've visited agreed with me on) is the ABD braking system. It is flaky and kicks in during normal braking conditions. One issue I had recently was with the switching panel on the dirver door that controls the windows, the unit blew up while I was driving and I saw smoke come out inside the car. I ordered a brand new unit for about $145 (if I remember correctly) and replaced it myself. Other than that, it's been fun
Drive It Until 300K
toyesq1971, 04/29/2008
Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This was our first new car. It's been an every day commuter since we bought it. We had almost zero problems for the first 100K miles. After that, only the seat motors have gone out and a few minor electrical problems. The reliability seriously rivals an Accord. Also, it's surprisingly quick for only 200 HP. Finally, it's built like a tank. Girly men need two tries to swing the doors shut. That may sound like a downside, but I hate the tinny feeling of a 3 series BMW. And, for a two-door, the back seat is amazingly roomy. A 5'10" man can sit very comfortably for a long ride.
A fun car to own and drive
gregw, 04/10/2003
Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am the second owner; bought it when it was about 1 1/2 years old. Any problems I've encountered have been minor and taken care of by the dealer under warranty. The car is a blast to drive and you can actually carry passengers in the back seat.
Love love love this car
MsKitte, South Pasadena, CA, 07/08/2022
Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The timeless design is simply gorgeous yet it's subtle, elegant. Apparently featured in some Saint movie that I didn't watch. Super comfy chairs & very soft suspension took some getting used to (can't feel the rd, imo) but then... It's like riding on a cloud! Overall, an enjoyable drive. The best part: I've the optional sound system w/ like 400 something watts. I've yet to encounter another stock sound that's even close! Amazing bass that u can actually hear. Overall very full but clean sound... An audiophile's dream come true. So, I practically drove this to the ground. 2 major accidents. Yet my only problem (& I hear it's common), is that the dash got loose so when I hit bumps, the bottom of windshield smacks the dash. I stuffed it w/ a bunch of foam, seems to help some. But that's the only problem.... This is a solid car! & Could've, would've continued driving if it weren't for my alcoholic loser ex losing it. 😫 Oh my 1 other complaint is the power seating is SOOOO slow. Other pros tho: elegant interior feels spacious considering the car size; lux features r std... i.e. heated front seats (butt warmer), daytime running lights was cutting edge for that time, fog lights that's both highly functional & good looking; surprisingly roomy back seats & trunk; also appreciate the golf club hole in the trunk (the time when I locked my keys in the trunk, that was a lifesaver.) Last... Extremely rare! I loved that unlike my current car that I c everywhere, I spot a C70 like once or 2x a yr. Yep... I desperately tried to but was unable to replace this.
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Mr. Cool, 04/16/2003
Volvo C70 LT 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought car new in '99 and regularly serviced car at dealer. Despite such service, transmission went out at 54,000 miles. In addition, horsepower is way too low.