1990 Volvo 480 ES review from UK and Ireland
"You'll fall in love"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far, touch wood, nothing has gone wrong at all.
When I got the car it had an annoying warning light telling me the washer fluid was low when it wasn't, but that was just a dodgy connection.
The boot did leak a bit, but this is no surprise to a 480 owner and is easily rectified with a tube of sealant.
General comments?
There is no parcel shelf in the rear of the car so any 'upgrade' of the stereo system requires you to create one.
I've likened my 480 to a motorized armchair. It is extremely comfortable with adjustable height seat and steering wheel, lumber support for driver AND passenger, heated front seats.
The dash is nothing special, but also not drab.
The community that comes with a 480 surprised me most, there are enthusiasts and clubs everywhere - it is a much loved car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76500 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 2nd January, 2003 |