1998 Volvo S70 GLT review from North America
"It is a well made, supremely comfortable cruiser that needs a lot of TLC."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Both front door's vinyl inserts de-laminated.
The cup holder broke after 6 years of use.
The parking brake shoes tend to seize if they aren't released after getting wet.
The "soft-touch" coating on some of the switches scratches easily.
General comments?
This is my first Volvo.
In general, I am very impressed with the quality of the vehicle both inside and out.
The seats are unsurpassed. The control placement is mostly logical and the switchgear is solid. The sound system is very good as well.
The motor is powerful and the handling in satisfying, although it isn't a sport sedan.
However, the maintenance demands seem high for a modern car. I do most of the work myself, so costs are manageable.
I wouldn't recommend the car to someone unwilling to commit to strictly following the maintenance schedule.
Recommended reviews
| Great vehicle, but potentially costly |
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| Regardless of the great handling and comfort, terrible engineering makes this my last Volvo ever |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 liter turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 79850 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac Cimarron |
| Date of Entry | 21st July, 2005 |