1990 Volvo 740 Wagon review from North America
"A quick boxy hauler that feels it will run forever"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heater hose blew right after I got the car. $90.00 repair.
Purchased a repair kit to stop rattle for the rear hatch inside panel. Still rattles. I might have installed wrong.
General comments?
I have never owned a Volvo before, but have always wanted one. I love this car. It has 140,500 miles. I think it's just broken in.
Mine's a black inter-cooled turbo and with an automatic it's not quite as quick as my 900 turbo 5-speed, but certainly doesn't feel like the four cylinder that it is.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 137000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140500 miles |
| Previous car | SAAB 900 |
| Date of Entry | 31st December, 2004 |




