1989 Volvo 740 Turbo Intercooler review from North America
"I would trust this tired, old car with my life"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only non-maintenance item (I consider brakes and exhaust system repair as normal maintenance) that I have replaced in my five years of ownership has been the starter.
Original starter replaced.
General comments?
This car has never failed to start nor has it ever left me stranded. All of the car's mechanical "issues" give plenty of warning before failing.
The car's interior is a strange amalgam of well-built ruggedness and poorly thought-out design. The leather seats will seemingly wear forever, but the headliner and plastic trim parts always need attention.
The Turbo engine is a jewel. It is as strong as it was when I bought it, with only one oil change a year, oil and gas when it needs it; no other maintenance. I mean NO OTHER MAINTENANCE!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 140000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 235000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 740 |
| Date of Entry | 29th January, 2005 |