1990 Volvo 340 GL review from UK and Ireland
"Good runner from A to B, handling unpredictable and exciting at times"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Indicator housing broke
- Fuel line leaking
- Boot won't stay open
- Lumbar support and heating in the seats are both broken
- Idle rate set too low
- Clutch replaced at 98,000 miles
- Window squirter nozzles clogged
- Exhaust fell off
- Tires replaced twice
- Light in the car has blown
- Body paint all oxidized
- Handle on the driver's door snapped in half
All since I have owned it!!!
General comments?
Achieved a lot of miles in 2 years (24K).
Surprisingly quick for a 1.4, but handles like an elephant on bicycle tires. Oversteer and roll is part of the ride.
A lot has gone wrong in the last couple of years, seems to be dying a painful death on me. Relatively reliable, but unpredictable on roundabout's and the motorway, not fuel efficient in town.
Smooth ride and comfortable driving position with good vision, can pack a serious amount of stuff in to the boot if you take the back seats out (easy to do!).
Need to be a pro bodybuilder to park the damn thing.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 85000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 109000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 27th April, 2001 |