1993 Volvo 460 GL review from Netherlands
"A good, reliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car does not have that much of a view through the back window, I think I bumped my tow bar in another (badly parked) car.
The cylinder head and the belt both broke down at 210000 km and had to be replaced. As I bought the car after the refitting, I now have a car 10 years old, with pretty much a new engine.
The body is in good condition, but the right rear door has a nasty spot of rust I will have to deal with soon. But rust is not unusual on a 10 year old car.
The leather upholstery of the driver's seat is cracking in a couple of places.
General comments?
If you don't ask too much of it, it is quite economic to drive. She will do over 200km/h, but this will cost you vast quantities of fuel, and she does not drive well over 150 km/h.
The car accelerates well, she is quick and responsive.
Very comfortable, but you need to be a bit of an acrobat to get out.
The interior is practical, but you have to like plastic.
People do not buy a Volvo to go showing off, but she looks a lot better than the 200, 300, and 700 series.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 injection Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 210000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 213000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat Panda |
| Date of Entry | 8th April, 2003 |