Used 1999 Volvo S80 Consumer Reviews
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beware of the S-80
J Morgan, 03/17/2002
1999 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I just traded in my S-80 on an Acura. I will not own another Volvo. The S-80 was wonderful when it ran but was the most unreliable car I have owned. In 36 months, I had over 20 problems over and above scheduled maintenance. Most seemed to be related to computer problems, and fuel pumps. The car would die at inopportune times. Sometimes it would restart - sometimes not. I lost faith in what should have been a premium automobile.
The truth about the S80
DocAdams, 07/10/2003
1999 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Let me set it straight, for those of you that have issues with the S80, GET THE SOFTWARE UPGRADED!!!!! It's free and it only has to be done once. You will soon see with the new software, the 1999 S80 will become the most dependable car you've ever owned. I called Volvo and they really explained the upgrade to me. This car has what's called a multiplex system, and once upgraded, it's more dependable than anything out there. It's like a new car with the new software. Definately much more dependable than Toyota's and Honda's. I now have about 50,000 miles and I wouldn't trade it for the world! I love it!
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William North, 05/12/2006
1999 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Volvo T6 is generally a great car, but... The maintenance required, frequency of failures, and quality (and high price) of parts means I would never have bought it "if I had known." Examples: replaced the computer chip regulating gas flow 3 times (at $600 parts plus labor), replaced the fuel pump twice, same prices.
Avoid this Car!
Burnt once...., 08/26/2002
1999 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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I had trouble with this car from the moment I drove it off the lot. Selling dealer was coy, and made no mention of the poor reliability of this car, even when presented with poor reviews. I've had it towed three times. Warning lights blink on and off. I've replaced more bulbs in that car than in all my previous cars combined. I wouldn't buy another Volvo if it were half price.
Love the car - hate to fix!
Jay, 01/22/2007
1999 Volvo S80 2.9 4dr Sedan
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Driving this car is bittersweet. It has all the comforts of home with all the bells and whistles and the safety that Volvo is known for. The car looks good, has a smooth ride, it turns heads, and even has a kickin' audio system, but my wallet take a punch to the face when I sit in the waiting room of the service department. Among the thousands I spent in repairs, last week I spent $150 for a simple battery (without the labor cost). When I disconnected the old battery to purchase a new one, my airbag sensor got disabled, and that cost me $85 just to have the technician connect a computer in the dash and press a button to reset it. I had to get rid of it but I do miss it.