1999 Volvo S80 T6 from North America - Comments

I had this car for about 9 months with no problems. Then, it was just one thing after another.

First, there were problems with the suspension. The car made knocking sounds like it was going to break every time I made a sharp turn. The tie rods needed to be replaced, and caused the tires to wear down very quickly.

Then the coolant started leaking, but the container just needed to be replaced, so was not a big deal.

Next, I started getting all kind of error messages regarding the engine. The car would not start at one point, and had to be taken to the dealer for a recall. The service from the dealer was very poor, but after the recall was done, the car was running again. However, it was running very rough and would shake every time I accelerated.

It was then taken to another Volvo dealership (which had much better service than the first) for another recall that was issued for the ETM, which of course did not solve this problem. The car needed the coil packs replaced. To make a long story short, this car is nothing but problems and I don't recommend it at all.

This is a very nice looking car inside and out, and drives nice when it is not having mechanical problems.

However, it is always having mechanical problems!

This is the first model year of the car, so maybe newer models are better, but after this experience I will never buy a Volvo again.

Thank you for the comments. I am currently awaiting the results of my latest Volvo visit. I have a 1999 Volvo S80 T6 with 82K miles, and roughly $3,000 in repairs, over the past year alone. I bought it July 5th of 2006, and for our one year anniversary, in three days, we're getting divorced!

I love the car, but the reality of an unhealthy relationship is apparent. She began as my Swedish blond bombshell, and then became "Money Penny" for taking even my pennies. I'm considering never looking in Volvo's direction again also, because the service department is too far below par for the amount of time I've spent there.

I am actually having that same knocking sound, as I go around turns. I through it was the shocks or struts, so I had them replaced and $500 later I am still driving around with a loud knocking sound coming from the driver side engine area.

To add to that worry, I have 3 different lights that have came on, and will NOT go off on my dashboard. There is one that says "Check Engine," so I took it to a mechanic, and he did the diagnostic and fix what he said the problem was (Some switch on the transmission) but still after that, the Check Engine light is still on.. I hate this car.

My 1999 Volvo S80 T6 still runs like a dream. It's just a matter of maintaining and how you drive you luxury car everyday. Your car's performance will depend on how good your mechanic can fix the problem (if you think your car has). It's the fastest Volvo car ever down the San Diego freeway everyday. Twin turbo kicks-in when you need it. I enjoyed mine everyday from home to work. This car has more equity or value than other luxury car out there. I just love it. Go Volvo.

I enjoyed the above gentleman's word on the matter, thank you good sir!!