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Used 2002 Volvo V70 Wagon Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Loved it but now regret it!!!

oberg24, 01/13/2005
2002 Volvo V70 2.4T Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have to say that I loved the car the moment I bought it. However once the warranty ran out the problems began. We now have to replace the radiator which has a slow leak. We have to now replace the steering rods and bushings.I have never had to replace steering rods at 57K miles on any of my past cars. There are a few other things that happened from day one that were never properly taken care of. I believe that Volvo should at least offer to help cover the expenses. Our local dealership has not been helpful at all.The Volvo cars of America has not been helpful as well.I bought the Volvo thinking that I would drive it forever but now I don't believe that will be the case!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

works for me

wagon lover, 01/11/2007
2002 Volvo V70 T5 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Even with a few glitches, I'd rather drive this sporty European wagon than any of its bland Japanese or American competitors, and none of them can hold five kids. Bought used last winter. Had a few gremlins in front suspension, but local dealership did great job of diagnosing and fixing. No problems since then after 10k miles city driving. No complaints about dealer service, but not cheap. Car is fun to drive; handles beautifully on turns, accelerates quickly, and cruises smoothly at supra-legal highway speeds. Not that I drive like that. Big turning radius hasn't been an issue. Lots of features, marvelous seats, and a kickin' stereo make long drives a pleasure.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Quality is disappointing

virginia_dad, 12/21/2002
2002 Volvo V70 T5 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

We've had this car for nearly two years and would not buy another. Have had a series of electrical problems -- bulbs constantly shorting out, headlights failing -- and other assorted problems. Service has been mediocre and overpriced. Sport tires are expensive and loud -- not a quiet ride at all. We've owned Volvo's for 10 years now and recently bought an Acura MDX as our "family car" and have been much happier with the quality and performance

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car Ever

USArmy ChiefWO3, 11/01/2006
2002 Volvo V70 2.4 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

This is our 3 Volvo and it's my favorite. When I was 12 yo, I almost lost my Mom in a car accident and I thought to myself "when I grow up I'll buy the safest car in the market so my kids won't have experience such sadness" Well, I'm now a mother of two and I love to put my kids in the car. I know I'm driving them around not only in comfort buy Safe. We all love it. My husband doesn't usually like to drive but since we bought this V70 we have made trips up to ten hours and I tell you what an experience. I wish everyone could drive this car.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great Car!!

netguy5000, 04/14/2007
2002 Volvo V70 T5 Fwd 4dr Wagon (2.3L 5cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This car is fantastic, at 59000 miles with nothing but tires and oil changes, it still runs great. I'd recommend it to anyone. The rear seven for 7 passengers is a great feature too.

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