1997 Volvo 850 Turbo review from North America
"I love this car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket leaked, making the car over heat. This is common if the cooling system is not maintenance.
Head gasket was fixed. Cost for parts $250.00. I did the labor.
ABS light goes off and on (sensors were dirty), cleaned and light went away. Cost; free, I cleaned them myself.
General comments?
Very well built car for one.
Very fast.
Handles very well.
IT IS SAFE.
Seats are very comfortable (even in the back).
The sound system sounds very good for a stock one.
I have not felt fatigued while I drive!!
It's a very fun car to drive anywhere.
Car does not look intimating to fast cars, but it definitely holds its ground.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 850 |
| Date of Entry | 19th April, 2009 |