Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Well built, classy & fast - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Prevs2door - February 17 - 10:00 am

  Haven driven 2-door, manual, turbo for more than 11 years just before buying a 4-door sedan is a big change that I surprise myself and others that know me. But my Volvo never disappoint me - the quick pickup, power and comfortable seats that one cant get a sore back from a straight 10 hour drive, whatelse can you ask for more! OK, maybe the retain value, thats about it. If used the car long enough, this doesnt even matter.

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  Volvo S70 GLT - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Volvo Tech - February 15 - 4:36 am

  I am a Volvo Technician so I can not complain about my cost of repair. The car is a joy to drive. It is a very understated car. It will pull away from just about any average car at a light and it does not attract attention from police being a Volvo. It has plenty of storage room, very comfortable seats and ample room for 4 to 5 passengers. Common issues some suspension squeaks and rattles (spring seats, swaybar links and steering stops). Possible ac performance problems due to leaking evaporator cores. Over all the car has 140K + Miles on it and it drives very well. (I actually take the car to the local 1/4 mile track for fun)

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  rattle - 1998 Volvo S70
  By NOR - January 26 - 6:56 pm

  This is a great reliable car, most of the time it is comfortable and fun to drive! I am a mechanic and I am right up with anything that might go wrong along with preventive maintenance being done on time;(car has 140000 miles. My only issue is that the car has a rattle in the front(I believe right front fender area), that I can not locate; front end is tight, links, ball joints, struts, strut bushings, along with rear end is also tight. Any help from anybody would be great!

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  I Love My Volvo - 1998 Volvo S70
  By TaMeek - December 16 - 11:33 pm

  This car has been really good!! I bought it used back in 2001, and it has sustained two serious motor vehicle accidents, someone hit me from the rear and drivers side. This car has been very dependable, the maintenance costs can hurt a little, but its worth it.. Im planning to buy a Lexus soon. My mechanic keeps asking me to sell my Volvo to him. Im going to keep it. Ive had wonderful experiences with this car. I hope Lexus can compare to my Volvo....

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  Underrated and under appreciated - 1998 Volvo S70
  By 1S701 - December 14 - 11:20 pm

  Simply put this vehicle is up to the task. I purchased it in 2000 and performed zero maintenance until it was paid for. (4 years). Currently, I replaced almost everything except body parts. That being said this vehicle has over 3 hundred thousand miles and is unbelievably quick. I have run up with 09 Mercedes "C" class of course with ease. So if you can perform your own maintenance thats a plus since most people are absent to how to work on Volvos and you will lose your shirt if you dont have repair skills. Happy driving.

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  Lots of problems along the way - 1998 Volvo S70
  By Mercedes/next - December 13 - 10:00 am

  In general I like the car. However, I have had some problems....frequent bulb changes, three batteries (battery just goes dead, replace it and it is fine for 1.5 to 2 years and then it goes again, leather on all inside door panel is puckered (Volvo refuses to repair even though this is clearly their responsibility), wears tires very quickly, problems early on with the brakes. Handles well. I would probably not purchase another Volvo because of Volvos arrogance in not agreeeing to repair the problem with the glue on the inside door panels. Dealer very difficult to deal with and not customer friendly.

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  Disappointed - 1998 Volvo S70
  By STL - July 24 - 2:00 am

  Purchased this certified used Volvo with 35k miles. While fun to drive, reliability issues have plagued me since purchase. A/C required over $1000 of repairs, windshield washers stopped working; check engine light appears and disappears weekly. The antenna motor is louder than the engine. Add in the starting problem which the dealer cannot diagnose along with fighting with the dealership to honor the warranty and you will understand why I will never buy another Volvo.

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  Finally Happened!! - 1998 Volvo S70
  By GREGky - June 24 - 10:00 am

  I purchased my S70 T-5 in 98. Loved the ride/handling and the safety features. weve experienced the constant electrical problems-blown headlights & turning bulbs; door lock broke; electric seat broke; door handle broke; While these things are minor, they are annoying. At 65K miles the alternator went and now at 84K I have two bad cylinders and am looking for a new engine!! Needless to say, Im not pleased!! We had 3 Honda Accords prior to the Volvo. However, I dare say that Ill never own another!

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  Would I buy another Volvo? - 1998 Volvo S70
  By bkt - June 4 - 8:56 pm

  I bought this car because I wanted a sturdy car and one that would last. I have had good luck with this car and as long as Ive performed the maintenance I havent had any problems. Maintenance can be expensive at the dealership. I have a certified mechanic that only works on Vovlvo. I have no doubt I will drive this car for 3 more years and then pass it on to my 16 year old son. I wold buy another Vovlo in a minute if I wanted to shell out that kind of money.

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  Nice car - Wish I got the Turbo - 1998 Volvo S70
  By The Rocket - May 2 - 10:00 am

  One word..Slow. My daughters Beetle Turbo and wifes Honda Pilot will eat this car for lunch on performance. The headlight problem was fixed on recall years ago. Front door panels replaced at no charge, should have had the backs done too. Other than that this car has been flawless. Ren 35lbs. in the tires and your treadlife will double.