Volvo 850 Saloon 2.3 T5 Turbo 4d Auto (93) (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought for £4,000 four years ago - car had been off road of 6 years.
Costs
Only the alternator packed up one day.
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On the road
Driving
Stunningly quick - excellent acceleration at all speeds.
Performance
A thrill to drive.
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Living with it
Reliability
Super.
Image
Maybe a bit tired but hey, who cares when you out pace almost anything on the road!
Comfort
Good, roomy too.
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Security and Service
Security
Easily burgled so get an immobiliser. Thief opened front drivers door with a screwdriver.
Service
I don't use Volvo as they are very expensive. Find a local mechanic who knows what he is doing.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Only the alternator packed up one day. The battery was about to explode and all lights blew out. Luckily I avoided a fire by stopping!
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