Volvo 440 1.7 GLE 5d (1991/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It has lost £1,500 value in 18 months.
Costs
Servicing can be expensive if using Volvo dealers.
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On the road
Driving
Power steering. A good tow vehicle.
Performance
35 mph plus if not heavy on the throttle. 400 miles to a tankful.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never let us down in 18 months.
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It is what it is: solid, reliable, a Volvo.
Comfort
Driver's seat is starting to sag a bit now.
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking, but no alarm or immobiliser.
Service
Have only used local engineers - Volvo dealer is too expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems.
Other
Hatch won't stay up - we prop it with a bit of wood!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes