Used 1998 Volvo V70 Wagon Consumer Reviews
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bye Volvo
little_blaine, 08/10/2004
1998 Volvo V70 XC 4dr Wagon AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in 1998 for almost $40000 including a third row seat, taxes etc. I'm about to trade it in for $5000 (if I'm lucky). The repairs that this car has needed are incredible - leaks from everywhere, shot turbocharger, A/C, broker power locks, busted ABS, "Check Engine" light on constantly, failed inspection multiple times, burns lights, brakes and tires very quickly. The car is luxurious and rides well, and handles excellently in bad weather. However, given all the problems, I would never buy a volvo again.
A Well Maintained Vehicle
longislanddriver, 01/18/2004
1998 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Volvo. My experience is that the V70 is more reliable that my 1989 245. I always buy a base model for price and more importantly to eliminate problems. The AC compressor and condensor was replaced the first week. I guessed Volvo probably put the wrong refrigerant in it. I used to replace the headlight bulbs but after recall never replace a build yet. Replaced air pump and recently blower fan. A good dealer is the key. I had serveral brake and noise problems but convinced dealer to kept car for a week. They replace rotors, oil pump and pan.
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DaveM, 11/13/2002
1998 Volvo V70 GLT Turbo 4dr Wagon
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Got this v70glt for my wife new. From the start it was a nightmare. I cant tell you how many times its been in the shop. But I know all the service managers by their first names. It is getting worse over time. I'm out at 75K with thousands spent in repairs. Run dont walk.
Disappointed with 98 V70 Wagon
Volvo Fan, 01/21/2005
1998 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned both the 90 240 sedan and 85 240 wagon. I still have my 85 wagon and love it even with 200,000 plus... safe, sturdy and dependable, though quite noisy. After having kids it was a natural progression to go to the V70 but after the 100000 mark it has been a big disappointment. Computer problems with unclear diagnosis, interior cosmetic problems like leather pulling away from doors, visor flopping down, interior plastic pulling away from the tailgate, rubber edging falling off the door and more. We treat the car well and gently (never slamming the doors). I have spent $2000 to maintain the car in 2004 (that's without fixing the leather interior/tailgate).Not what Volvo used to be.
Mechanical Cascade Failure
Plantiful, 01/16/2010
1998 Volvo V70 4dr Wagon
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car, used, and it was fine until it was maintenance time. Once you need a clutch and/or timing belt replacement, it is downhill from there: Since April, we have replaced the braking system, a leaking drive boot/seal, heating core and 2 window motors (did myself), a seat belt that would not release, a power steering rack 2 weeks ago, and this week, we are featuring a mysterious motor-oil leak of some significance. Most of the interior plastic is broken, as it is some cheap junk Ford must have introduced, paint has been off of the bumpers for some time. After 120,000 miles, just say "No".