Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  20 PLUS YEARS WITH VOLVO - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Joe Dowdy - January 31 - 2:00 am

  Im on my third Volvo. It can all be sumed up in three words: SAFETY ***** PERFORMANCE ***** and COMFORT ***** A great family car. Ive kept two cars in my garage for over twenty years, one has always been a VOLVO the other a Toyota. You just cant go wrong with a VOLVO for your family car.......

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  Classy - 1998 Volvo S70
  By VK - January 30 - 11:36 am

  In the 7 years I have owned this car I have spent about $4500 on maintenance and repairs and that includes brakes, new tires, 60 and 90K service. This is approx. $650/year which is phenomenal. The car has about 95K miles now and the car still runs like it is new. I absolutely love this car and will probably keep it for another 7 years. If you maintain this car well it will easily run past 200,000 miles.

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  retiredd volvo - 1998 Volvo S70
  By retiredrdn - January 26 - 10:00 am

  Too many recalls, some not notified of. Numerous electrical problems which are unsettling for a car of this reputation. At 40,000, had to replace steering gear box and all 4 bearings on wheels. Lack of "neat to have items". Purchased for safety of vehicle and got disappointing reliability.

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  Lots of time & money for maintenance - 1998 Volvo S70
  By MoMoney - December 28 - 10:00 am

  The car has frequent problems with various lights(brake, interior, etc) as well as frequent trips to the dealer for mostly minor indicator light problems (ABS/Tracs off etc.) To change the light bulb on the gear shifter cost $70. We also had to get all 4 door panels replaced (no charge) because the leather was separating from the panel. Maintenance at the dealer is expensive & once you have to start replacing stuff (brakes/rear only $450) and shocks/struts in our case @65M for ~$1100. New computer $700. Would not buy another Volvo. Non- dealer cant service many things. Service mgr. said that we should have bought extended warranty!

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  Update - 1998 Volvo S70
  By pandabear1 - December 2 - 1:17 am

  Since writing my review in May 2006, I have replaced the ABS module again, the rear shocks, and the O2 sensor. The AC and thermostat both stopped working in 2009. I replaced the power windows around the same time because one day, they just "fell" into the doors. In 2008, the key in the ignition wouldnt turn anymore and had to be replaced. In order to make sure Id just have 1 car key, all the door locks had to be replaced as well to make it uniform. I cant even describe all the sounds coming from behind the dash of "loose parts" jiggling around. Given that after 14 years, there are only 112k miles, this car has had a ton of issues.

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  Sorry, cant buy another S70 Volvo - 1998 Volvo S70
  By J Florida - November 19 - 10:00 am

  Volvo has realy disappointed me on my first try. Bought it new and had it in the shop over 10 times in the first 6 months. Replaced the AC compressor twice within the first year and total 3 times now. New evaporator and many other AC parts once it was out of warranty. Replaced more lights than on any cars every owned for a combined total of 30 years. The list of problems goes on and on. Dealer did what they could to satisfy me, just a poorly engineered and manufactured car! Too bad because it drive well when its not in the shop.

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  A solid car - 1998 Volvo S70
  By tmcdaniels - November 1 - 10:00 am

  I bought this car with over 151000 miles on it . It still runs like a top and does not miss a beat. The car is very comfy, great leather and seats. Super sterio. Solidly built, fun to drive.

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  Little red beauty - 1998 Volvo S70
  By hampton3133 - September 10 - 2:19 am

  Just bought this beautiful red S70 Sedan, pristine exterior, drives with a nice low growly hum, 142K miles, black leather seats. Im hoping my first Volvo will get last me until my daughter makes it through college. The dealership was amazing. I also purchased a 100Kmile or 5 year powertrain warranty. Amazed the car comes with free roadside assistance. So we will see....

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  Many issues...no resolution - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Esc5150 - August 23 - 11:43 pm

  Have had the car for 3+ years and experiencing same issues as others. ABC control replaced ($1000), MAP sensor, lights and more lights, weird shutter/noise from front end and more engine fault codes than I can count. No service available outside dealership which is over-priced, questionable and I am always treated poorly when requesting service. Door panels are starting to peel and waiting for the known transmission issues at 130K. Very disappointed in build quality considering price and reputation from years past. Had planned to keep for 10 years but decided to return to Acura (had my last one 10+ years and it was perfect!). Avoid this car unless you are married to a mechanic!

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  Love hate relationship - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Vish - August 16 - 3:16 pm

  I have owned dozens of European cars, sometimes real quirky ones that I know I am buying for the style over the dependability. I have always sworn by Volvo and kept one as a second car because they are traditionally extremely reliable. In the past I owned a Volvo 240 that hit 400K before I sold it off! My Volvo S70 is comfortable, VERY comfy to ride in and very comfortable to drive. It is plagued with electrical problems, engine problems as well as interior quality issues such as poor quality leather that just cracks and fades like no other. The car has a misfire in the engine that we cant get rid of. $2.5K in mechanical bills within the first few months! Great style and character!