1989 Volvo 440 GLE review from UK and Ireland
"A great reliable car, cheap to run, and very comfortable!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Both battery clamps were broken when I bought the car, but I was told by the seller that this would not affect the car's performance. I only found out a few days later that, as the clamps were not making proper contact with the battery terminals, the battery did not get recharged while driving. The clamps have been replaced now, and I've had no more problems.
One of the rear lights is unreliable and tends to flicker while driving. This must be very annoying for drivers following behind, but I haven't been able to find a cure for this as yet!
General comments?
The Volvo 440 is a great car overall. The GLE model features electric mirrors, electric front windows and power steering. The seats wear well and are very comfortable, which makes it a very good car for long journeys. The engine performs really well - speeds of 100 to 120 mph on the motorway, and fuel consumption is very reasonable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 116000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118200 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 460 |
| Date of Entry | 28th December, 2003 |