1989 Volvo 740 GL review from North America
"A lovable hunk of a car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This is my second 1989 740GL!
I love the car!
Headliner falls on both.
Leather seats wear at entry point (driver's side).
General comments?
Highway ride is creamy-smooth, firm and luxurious.
It feels solid and safe.
The 4 cylinder is strong and reliable, but acceleration is barely adequate.
Some plastic interior parts become brittle and crack or break off.
On most 740's I've seen, the headliner droops in the rear and eventually tears and rips. No easy fix, but I'm going to try magnets strong enough to hold the material to the metal roof. Any suggestions, fans?
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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 | 2.3 Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 740 |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2003 |