Volvo 850 Estate 2.3 T5 GLT Turbo 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
How else can I outpace 98% of cars with 5 people + a dog!
Costs
Heavy front foot = 22mpg (average) + 9,000 miles / front tyres.
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On the road
Driving
Fast (obviously) and decent tyres means it's not too bad round corners (for an estate...)
Performance
Fast and torquey.
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Living with it
Reliability
Looks like a tank. Indestructible like one.
Image
Sensible, laid back, family.
Comfort
Would get top marks, but front driver seat pushed back means not enough legroom in back.
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Security and Service
Security
The pits. If anyone knows which fuse to take out to override all the immobiliser, you've lost it!
Service
Local Volvo dealership are totally useless.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Air con not working - expensive. ABS light always on / off. Turbo starting to "whistle" (cripes!)
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes