Used 1997 Volvo S90 Consumer Reviews
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Great, predictable car
John, 03/27/2007
1997 Volvo S90 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this as a basic run around business luxury car. My wife wants me to pass it on my almost 16 yr old son but I find myself not wanting to give it up even though it is 10 yrs old and has over 100k on it--can't think of what I'd prefer. It does eat tires for some reason, it seems like I'm replacing the Michelins about every 30k miles, buy the tire warranties. This is the last of the pre-Ford rear wheel drive Volvo's. Maintain it and it will treat you right.
Volvo luxury
cdguy, 01/26/2004
1997 Volvo S90 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I almost passed up on the opportunity to own this beauty after reading the other reviews but my dedication to Volvo and a thorough test drive caused me to buy it. Wow, what a car! I've owned it for only a couple weeks but it's been the best used-car experience I've ever had. Very little wind noise and even less road noise makes the incredible sound system that much more enjoyable. I get about the same gas mileage as my '89 740 with the added boost of 2 more cylinders. The transmission is silky smooth and the engine has passing power to spare. As soon as it was mine I started planning a trip out to BC just for the drive!
My "Old Faithful" S90
VolvoMan89, 01/24/2008
1997 Volvo S90 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My S90 has been wonderful since the day I got it. A lot of people complain about the little things like sunroof or power window issues, which can often be fixed at home, but they are missing the point. The point of this car is to get you from "A" to "B" in style, comfort and safety. I have only had regular maintenance performed on the car and it runs like a champ every day. I love the smooth power of the I-6 engine. Comfort is amazing even with my 2+ hours of daily driving I have no back pain when I get out of the car. The stock speakers are mind blowing. The drive train is rock solid. It's now at 165,000 and I expect it to double that. This is my 3rd car and I plan to keep it forever!
The Last of the Swedish-Made
David B., 06/25/2010
1997 Volvo S90 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my car with 91K miles on it from a Volvo-certified master mechanic. It literally had the one driver with saltless winters. I spend maybe $1K/ year on maintenance because I am fastidious. This car rocks. It has the Politburo- chic look about it. The V-6 is really responsive and I love rear-wheel drive in winter. I haven't any complaints save that I will not be able to get another as they are Ford-made or this narcissist in the White House won't let me drive it soon. I am fortunate that I have a well- qualified but also honest mechanic. I intend to drive this until I can't. I have put 20K miles on it thus far.
A Verrry nice money pit.
Theoriginalmongo, 11/10/2003
1997 Volvo S90 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wonderful road car, too much wind noise. Sunroof problems, brake problems, oil and grease seal problems, several minor electrical problems. A prima-donna for maintenance. Not for the faint of heart or any one thinking it is a Volvo 240. Think Swedish Jaguar.
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