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Great car, can be expensive
MiloF, 05/19/2004
1998 Volvo S70 4dr Sedan
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Bought used in 2001 with 40K miles and an extended warranty until 70K. Good thing. Before hitting 70K, I had major repairs/replacements with both front rotors, the air conditioning system, and front and rear oxygen sensors...each job would have cost more than $1000 without warranty. Lots of little trim pieces also fall apart (ash tray, fuel door, sunroof lining, rear seat ash tray, etc). Oddly, since warranty has expired, car has been perfect. Go figure. Otherwise, rides great, stops in a dime, starts every time, great seats, great stereo.
Solid Reliability
hash50, 06/09/2008
1998 Volvo S70 4dr Sedan
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Done 213000 km since I bought it new in 98. Still looks great and runs great. Weak points were A/C condenser and ABS which needed replacement at 5 and 7 years. Original suspension lasted until 160000 km! Apart from general wear and tear this car is exceedingly reliable and not expensive to maintain. Excellent value for money compared the German cars of that time (although they are now including everything for a similar price). Very comfortable for long drives, easy to drive and great turning circle. Will keep it for as long as it runs. Very practical styling typical of old Volvos with no need for contortion to get in and out (like in my Benz C180). Feels heavy but fuel economy is not bad.
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Kerry Kim, 05/24/2004
1998 Volvo S70 4dr Sedan
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Purchased the car because of a new baby and our desire to drive a "safe" car. Turns out its also fun to drive and quite comfortable. I wish it had fewer electrical problems (headlights and taillights need to be replaced with some frequency) and was a little quieter when cruising on the freeway.
Finally Happened!!
GREGky, 09/25/2002
1998 Volvo S70 GLT Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I purchased my S70 T-5 in '98. Loved the ride/handling and the safety features. we've experienced the constant electrical problems-blown headlights & turning bulbs; door lock broke; electric seat broke; door handle broke; While these things are minor, they are annoying. At 65K miles the alternator went and now at 84K I have two bad cylinders and am looking for a new engine!! Needless to say, I'm not pleased!! We had 3 Honda Accords prior to the Volvo. However, I dare say that I'll never own another!
I want an Accord
ownerofevilcar, 06/10/2004
1998 Volvo S70 4dr Sedan
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I bought the car and had equity @ purchase, after 2 1/2 years the cars value has tanked now I'm seriously upside-down and stuck. Major electrical problems. Constantly replacing light-bulbs (the stereo is a pain to replace). It kills tires and breaks, there's a break-shake at 60 they can't fix, nor can they fix the alignment. A/C has been fixed 3 times and is broke again. Gas mileage is ok, around 26 hwy. I'm on my second antenna motor. Glue seeping out of all of the doors, panels are "puckered". Leather seats are wearing poorly. Buttons have finger nail marks, coating just comes off in chunks. Nit- picky things are expensive and annoying.