1983 Volvo DL review from North America
"It's been an average car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recently had to have the transmission rebuilt at a cost of $1,800.
Just after the transmission we had to have rear springs & rear suspension parts replaced at a cost $500.
As of today 2/6/04 it's in the shop having the differential checked due to a clunk noise when shifting & cornering. Ballpark cost $650 - $1,000.
General comments?
The car was very economical for many years. I have put a second water pump on it recently and have gone through the front brakes for a second time. Other that routine repairs nothing major until recently.
With the trans. & rear end going out within weeks of each other, I'm going to keep my fingers crossed for the motor.
The car still looks great. It has the original paint and the interior is showing some wear.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Century |
| Date of Entry | 6th February, 2004 |