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1999 Volvo S70 GLT Sedan review from North America

"A safe and classic looking car with great standard features, should be best in class hands down."

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Replaced the bushings and O2 sensor at 51,000 miles.

Replaced headlights (low beam) X 2 on the Left, once on the Right. Have replaced the brake lights 3x on both sides.

Rear speakers blew.

I just had to take the car in for the ETS light coming on and the dealership reset this light. If it continues to light up, will be looking at $1500 to replace the ECU, and will need software replacement also.

Antenna does not collapse or extend completely, will have to be replaced.

General comments?

This car handles better than any I've owned. The suspension is a little too tight, but otherwise rides like a dream. This car will stop on a dime and handles curves and corner like it's on rails.

Favorite about the car... the steering is truer and smoother than any car I've driven. I feel more in control in this car, like I know the exact position and traction of the wheels.

I appreciate the custom seat settings (though I don't care for head rest),and the child seat access is the best. Passenger riding is roomy, smooth, and most comfortable. Trunk is very spacious and the fold seats are a great feature for this car.

Regular maintenance on this car is very expensive, and repairs even more. However, I would buy another Volvo, but am very disappointed in the shape change of the vehicle.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Year of manufacture1999
First year of ownership2002
Most recent year of ownership2003
Engine and transmission turbo Automatic
Performance marks 9 / 10
Reliability marks 7 / 10
Comfort marks 10 / 10
Dealer Service marks 6 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 5 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 7.4 / 10
Distance when acquired50000 miles
Most recent distance71000 miles
Previous carToyota Corolla
Date of Entry 26th November, 2003

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