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What things have gone wrong with the car?

Nothing.

General comments?

Engine is powerful, although slightly unrefined. The car handles well although the penalty for this seems to be a firm, bumpy ride on most road surfaces. Seats are very comfortable and the interior is generally well designed; exterior styling very nice. Some build quality is perhaps not up to the standard of other Volvos.

Not as much load space as some other estates in the class but as a lifestyle workhorse it's excellent.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Year of manufacture1997
Engine and transmission 2.0 16v petrol
Performance marks 9 / 10
Reliability marks 9 / 10
Comfort marks 9 / 10
Dealer Service marks 8 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 8 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 8.6 / 10
Date of Entry 19th October, 1997

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