Used 2003 Volvo C70 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 C70, so we've included reviews for other years of the C70 since its last redesign.
C70 Convertible -- great car, great fun
gfl, 01/22/2003
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Convertible (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Although not the ideal car for carrying stuff around town -- the C70 convertible is great at what it was designed for -- touring around in style. This car rides great top up or down and has more than enough performance to get yourself into trouble easily. In its class, this is the only usable 4 seat convertible out there - the Saab and MB have less room in back (and front)
Great Car
spmoran, 12/06/2006
2003 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Convertible (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is fast, fun and pretty reliable. I've had a few strange things happen. Once the climate control stopped working, but when I got to the dealership it started again and has been fine since. Once the engine light came on but they couldn't figure out why. Someone mentioned that it was because I just got gas. Anyway, it went off and hasn't come on again. Otherwise I've had no problems.
Never Again
sldghmr, 06/15/2010
2002 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Convertible (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Like everyone says, it's fun to drive. That's true. My wife's car and it's been the biggest pain to own. We tell our friends that when you look at the car you do not see a single original part, its all been replaced under warranty. No kidding our stack of maintenance receipts looks like a magazine, a thick one. One day while driving I was passenger, the dash just snapped in half. Problem after problem. As I write, it is in the shop for a new fan and fan assembly which is on back order because they ran out. Symptom was smoke coming out of it, never a good symptom. Engine block is the only original under the hood. It's only safe because it rarely runs. But she loves it.
It's a lemon
maminc70, 12/29/2011
2002 Volvo C70 LT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2002 C70 used in 2009. It ran great for about 6 months & then had a host of problems that caused multiple trips to the shop, including one that lasted 3 months. The car doesn't always start. Turning the key over and trying again sometimes works, but Volvo told me that trick as they can't fix it. The transmission slips & it has gotten progressively worse to the point that the car is only reliable for trips under 15 min. Volvo can't diagnose that problem either & suggested changing the trans, but will not guarantee that it's the fix. The rear windshield has dropped & is suspended by the headliner. I need an auto upholstery shop to stitch it back in as the glue won't hold.
Update on my Moondust C70
1972ChevelleMalibu, 03/26/2005
2003 Volvo C70 HT 2dr Convertible (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
15,500 miles and can't wait for this summer. Only word of caution, get rid of the stock Pirelli tires ASAP. First off, they are only summer and second, the sidewalls are way too weak. You hit a pothole or bump and they are ruined. I switch over to Dunlop Wintersport M3. They also come run- flat. Take much more abuse (regulars), but low - profile in general is a bad idea. Car was totally fine in snow with the Dunlops (they are winter tires). Moondust color is perfect for hiding dirt, finish is fine, interior is perfect. No problems with anything, just get in and turn the key. Very unique. Drive all day and maybe see one other on the road. Can't think of anything else I would rather have.
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