1998 Volvo V70 GLT review from North America
"I'm keeping it for another 10 years"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver Door Lock replaced after 20,000 km, under warranty
Brakes replaced at 90,000 km
Tires at 110,000 km (summer tires)
Alternator and Battery at 120,000 km.
General comments?
Most comfortable car I have ever owned. Great for long trips. Accelerates like a rocket. Can fit in a 8x4 sheet of plywood, I even got in a 15ft Christmas Tree. Rides very smooth. Doors are really thick, and the road noise is minimal.
Feels like a brick, no rattles or noise, just like when new.
Mileage is average to good, 500-550kms on 70 liters.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 190000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volvo 740 |
| Date of Entry | 10th May, 2005 |