1989 Volvo 480 ES review from UK and Ireland
"I'd buy another for spares"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Silly electrical problems!
Speedo only works when engine is under strain.
1 day running light not working at night.
Multi-wire connectors coming loose under the dashboard.
Dry solder joints on the computer board.
General comments?
This is a car packed with technology. It's fast, it handles well, and it turns heads. Nice big grills in the bonnet too.
Body is only just showing some signs of surface rust, bonnet is even made out of fibreglass!!
Mechanically sound. Definitely worth the money and effort.
Early models need tender care by a handy enthusiast. Can be difficult to work on.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 86000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 97000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Nova |
| Date of Entry | 27th May, 2002 |