1999 Volvo V70 review from Germany
"I wonder if I made a huge mistake in purchasing a Volvo V70"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake lights have been replaced twice in 6 months; panel covers were nearly impossible to remove in order to replace bulbs and ended up cracking in several places.
Main light switch quit working and was replaced by me (costs of $70), only to find out the part was recalled by Volvo and should have been replaced by dealership at no cost.
Electric door locks do not raise or lower on the driver side door, and door does not lock at all on the passenger side.
ETS light and Emissions light came on at 78,000, resulting in 2 separate week - long service visits to the dealership costing over $1500.00 to replace the Electronic Throttle Unit (10-year warranty was up less than 5 months ago).
Timing belt replaced at 78,000 (cost $800.00).
Driver side door panel (arm rest) has bubbled and ripped.
60,000 mile recommended service was performed by previous owner at dealership (costing over $1300.00).
General comments?
Car is comfortable and handles great.
Repair costs have me concerned.
I do not have freedom of mind as a Volvo owner because I am only awaiting the next expensive repair service.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2009 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 78000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 10th September, 2009 |