1999 Volvo S80 review from North America
"An expensive lesson"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Constant electronic/mechanical problems.
Struts replaced @ 73,000 miles
Throttle body replaced @ 74,000 miles
Alternator replaced @ 75,000 miles
Oxygen sensor on the horizon.
General comments?
This vehicle was suppose to be our "reliable" car. We both own cars from the 60's & 80's & bought this modern luxury based on the reputation of Volvo & their "high mileage" club thinking it could be our "road trip" car . As it turns out, it is the least reliable car I've ever owned & fits better into a "high cost of owning" club. We have spent more on this car in the last 10 month than both the other cars we own in the last 2 years! There is constantly a warning light of some sort on in the vehicle regardless of whether or not we have it serviced at the dealer or specialist.
Recommended reviews
| Costs too much to maintain |
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| Highway cruiser with class to spare |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | t6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 72000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 76000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Riviera |
| Date of Entry | 26th December, 2003 |