1989 Volvo 440 GLi review from UK and Ireland
"Reliable high performance for a small outlay"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major. It has only required those parts generally required at each specified service interval.
General comments?
The car has been good value for money. It has had no major faults and has not broken down on route anywhere.
The body work is excellent given that it now 13 years old and spent most of its life in the salty atmosphere of a seaside town.
The cabin is a bit dull and there is too much grey around. However the interior has worn well and is in very good condition. The heated seats are comfortable and a bonus in winter. My only misgivings are that I am 6 feet 4 inches tall and the driver's seat does not go far enough back to reach the pedals comfortably.
Idling is rough and the steering is too vague. It's also light on the driving wheels and traction is poor whilst accelerating from a standing start. Performance is good as is fuel consumption.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 76000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 85000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 305 |
| Date of Entry | 30th August, 2002 |