1996 Volvo 960 review from North America
"When you buy a used 960 you get a lot of car for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Installed new nissens radiator when purchased. $165.
Door panel glue causes the material to wrinkle.
Driver seat bolster reupholstered $75-normal wear.
Timing belt, serpentine belt replaced $60.
General comments?
I bought this car for $3000 and so far it's been very dependable and comfortable. The straight 6cyl has more than enough power.The transmission shifts firm and has a sport,winter, economy mode.The interior is very comfortable. The seats are like lazy boy recliners. The car rides nice on the interstate @85+mph. I can't rate the dealer support because I will not deal with them. For the cost of getting a code read you can buy your own scan tool at walmart for $98. This volvo hasn't had any problems with that but my VW did. If you have a little common sense and the ability to maintain a used vehicle, the 960 is great and you can pick them up for 3k and under.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Passat |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 2005 |