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3.38 out of 5 stars

Never Again Buying Volvo

longliveGM, 08/22/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Bought a used 2000 S80 Turbo for a "safe, reliable, and comfortable" commuter vehicle. Well, its definitely comfortable, and safe from all accounts I've read, but reliable? HA! I've had this car 4 months and its been in the shop for SEVEN weeks total! Electrical problems with message center, faulty parts installed on a routine 60,000 mile service, and the transmission went out at 70,000 miles. Followed service manual to a T, and this is what I get for a $45,000 car? I'm going back to Chevrolet.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Looks Good - Did't Last

Gator104, 03/10/2006
2000 Volvo S80 2.9 4dr Sedan
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We bought this used with 39,000 miles. It has low profile tires which was a mistake as the noise from them is almost unbearable. Had the front suspension replaced at 87,000 (ride still noisy even after that). Had the sunfoof guides replaced due to roof rattle. Also, light bulbs burned out on a routine basis - a big pain. Little trim items kept breaking that had to be replaced - also a pain. THe radio/CD was of poor quality with poor sound and reception. Don't know if the lack of quality was the fault of Volvo or Ford cheapening things once they took over. Resale value does not hold at all. Finally dumped this dog at 89,000 miles and bought a used Lexus RX300, which is wonderful.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Almost nearly

CRITIC, 08/25/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Have owned one Porsche, two BMWs, one Mercedes, and now two VOLVOs. I have enjoyed driving this S80 as much as any owned except the Porsche. I bought the S80 because of looks,room,perfomance, and reliability of the previous VOLVO 850. Everything as expected EXCEPT reliability. ELectrical problems, front suspension, transmission,A/C,power window, radio, brakes. This car is maintenance intensive and it is a shame because when everything is working correctly it is a great car. Won,t own another

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Win the Lottery!

Stuck-in-PA, 08/30/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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After "upgrading" to Volvo from American, I'm going back. Many good features, but not worth the maintenance and repair costs--and they won't stand by their product. They admit that there are bugs in the 2000 model, but I'm paying the enormous costs. Problems: Electronic Throttle Module replacement, A/C, ABS module, bulbs burning out, suspension, rattles, fan assembly, etc... Not worth the premium paid and buying into the Volvo quality/saftey image!

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Wish we'd read the reviews first

Mrs. D, 10/18/2008
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Loved the car overall but our '94 Jeep Cherokee with 230k miles is more dependable. After several repairs of one kind or another, she started hesitating. Trusted mechanic said it was throttle body covered by extended warranty so take it to them for free replacement. Local dealer charged $100 for diagnostic and said it needed $3000 head gasket. Not so local dealer charged $100 for diagnostic and said it needed a $2300 head gasket. Car currently sitting at trusted mechanic's lot waiting for retired Volvo mechanic who agrees it's the throttle body to come fix it. It's been 5 months. Tomorrow we're buying a Lexus.

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3 out of 5 stars

Don't buy

ACT, 05/20/2009
2000 Volvo S80 2.9 4dr Sedan
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Worst car I've ever owned by far. Great ride when I'm not spending money on transmission, wheel bearings, rattling moon roof, rotors, etc . . . Stay away.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Best car I've ever owned, minor problems

swsteckly, 09/03/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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This car is, bar none, the most fun car I've ever driven. The combination of the good handling, lots of power, and immense interior comfort all add up the the best driving experience ever. I've had a few issues, with this car I purchased at 44000 miles (with Certified warranty plan). The radiator fan controller stopped working, the sunroof mechanism needed minor repairs, and the front brakes needed repair. There were all kinds of sundry items that needed to be repaired (trim panels, stuff like that), but that is true with any used car. The problems were solved quickly and efficently by my dealer. I would wholeheartedly reccomend this car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

First time buyer

Jenny Zuehlke, 09/13/2003
2000 Volvo S80 2.9 4dr Sedan
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We have always driven Fords or Dodges. Since the children are growen we wanted to buy something more adult oriented and classy. I love my Volvo so far, I feel so special driving it, when heads turn and comments are made about the looks of it. So far no problems.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

poor quality service

james grifin, 08/10/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Too many mechanical problems. More than all 4 of my Vorger Vans added to gether with many more miles. Service is very frendly and make efforts to be helpful. But the quality of their mechanics is questionable. It would be very helpful if Volvo would publish a manual for this car,(not an on line manual), so that the owner can show the mechanic how to find or fix the problem.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

What a car!!!!

Nicolena, 09/17/2003
2000 Volvo S80 T6 Turbo 4dr Sedan
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Love it, Love it, Love It!

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