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Richard, 03/20/2008
1998 Volvo S70 GLT Turbo 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car from a friend in 2002 at 42000 miles. Some major repairs (ABS computer, wheel hub replacement), but I am pleased with the purchase. Great turbo performance, no lag time. Body integrity very good. No complaints. This is my fourth Volvo, the previous three - except for the 1997 S80 - all have performed well.
A admirable luxury sedan, with a kick!
lurking, 02/26/2002
1998 Volvo S70 T5 Turbo 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Driving this vehicle is quite pleasant. I am satisfied with the interior appointments and the head/leg room are adequate for my 6'2" frame. Even the rear seats provide comfortable accomidations for myself or other passengers. The T-5 high pressure turbo engine is rated at about 235hp which is enough to propel the 3,300lb sedan to speed quickly. Passing is accomplished with ease, however torque steer is evident when piloting the vehicle under moderate to full throttle.
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billkcmo, 01/14/2008
1998 Volvo S70 GLT Turbo 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Never realized that this car would be so fast! Never had an opinion one way or the other about this brand but any 10 year old car that still gets mistaken for new is ok in my book. Very good on long trips. Like knowing that the reserve power is there when I need it. Feels solid and handles well. Dumb not to have a light in the trunk. Gas mileage is the worst feature. Like everything about this car. I am going to keep it in good condition as I cannot think of another car that I would want to trade for.
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wf, 12/29/2004
1998 Volvo S70 T5 Turbo 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Overall solid car. Fast runner. For a sedan, the Turbo really screams. Front tire traction becomes a little unsteady under extreme acceleration. Good in the snow. Looking at other reviews, had some similar problems, frequent bulb changes, leather door panels bubbled, some minor engine sensors replaced, lot of front wheel brake dust, wheel rim quality could be better, leather steering wheel gets gummed up easily. Front air dam is too low for most parking lots, gets damaged easily.
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pandabear1, 02/20/2012
1998 Volvo S70 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Since writing my review in May 2006, I have replaced the ABS module again, the rear shocks, and the O2 sensor. The AC and thermostat both stopped working in 2009. I replaced the power windows around the same time because one day, they just "fell" into the doors. In 2008, the key in the ignition wouldn't turn anymore and had to be replaced. In order to make sure I'd just have 1 car key, all the door locks had to be replaced as well to make it uniform. I can't even describe all the sounds coming from behind the dash of "loose parts" jiggling around. Given that after 14 years, there are only 112k miles, this car has had a ton of issues.