1998 Volvo S70 from Latvia - Comments

20th Feb 2006, 15:05

"Good performance at a good price"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

* SRS (Airbag) system went wrong at about 66200 miles. Local dealer fixed it for 20$.

* "Check Engine" warning light appeared two times - without visible reasons. I disconnected the battery, and it disappeared.

* "ABS/TRACS" fault warning light appeared one time. It dissapeared by itself.

* Cooling system slowly looses coolant. I suspect, that I have damaged a radiator a little bit. Too insignificant to worry.

* Oil flows very slowly from the underneath of the engine. Too insignificant to worry.

* Power window switch in the rear right door didn't worked at the beginning. Fixed myself - with cleaning.

General comments?

In my opinion - very good and reliable car. I use it very intensively, but actually had no any serious problems.

Performance is not that impressive, as one might expect from car with 165HP engine - but I am satisfied.

Handling of the car is good - well balanced between comfort and performance driving.

Quite reasonable price for repairs and parts, even at the authorized dealer service.

The only thing, that I dislike, is a quality of interior. Looks good, but quality not as good, as, for example, in the BMW of the same age.


28th Feb 2007, 23:30

Thanks... similar to my unit! great car... little mishaps!

Nothing that I could not overcome!


21st Jul 2007, 20:57

My "check engine" light comes on at least 2 times a year. Costs at least $100 each repair, often more. Now You say that you just disconnect the battery and it goes off. Can't wait until I try it in the morning!!

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