1996 Volvo 850 base review from North America
"Old Faithful keeps on truckin'"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Latch on drivers door will not alway shut - had serviced but problem remains.
Car came with non-working heated seats and non-working 'winter mode'.
Car is underpowered but not a problem for my slower driving wife.
General comments?
Handling is great, especially compared to the previous SUV. In fact, this is one of the better handling cars I've ever owned. It also has been remarkably reliable, taking us on several long distance trips and used for daily errands. It never has left us stranded.
Power is low compared to my Volvo '97 GLT turbocharged, but the '96 base has been way more reliable. It seems with Volvo you either get a lemon or a reliable one.
This car has made me a Volvo fan, but I'm not sure how the new models stock up.
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| 1995 - 850 Turbo Saloon 2.3 turbo Performance wrapped in stylish comfort |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Mountaineer |
| Date of Entry | 14th November, 2008 |