1990 Volvo 440 GL review from UK and Ireland
"Comfy student barge"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I sold the car to my brother after 2 days as he needed a first car with cheap insurance, but all he has had go wrong in a year and 10,000 miles was a leaking rear brake cylinder.
Oh, and apparently the sunroof leaks in rain. And the tailgate gas struts have lost their charge.
General comments?
Heavy, heavy steering - this car needs power assistance.
The 1.7 carb engine provides so-so performance. The gearchange is pleasantly clunky. Fuel economy could be better - on unleaded, as this is one of the first cars on the UK market with a standard catalytic converter.
Comfy seats. Quite good spec - central locking, (optional) electric roof and heated seats.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Prelude |
| Date of Entry | 19th July, 2001 |