Volvo 850 Saloon 2.5 SE (144bhp) 4d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
seems to have lost most its resale value, around £2000.
Costs
Parts are pricey and because it's heavy vehicle, wears brakes, tyres etc out more quickly.
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On the road
Driving
very comfortable driving position, can drive it for long periods without geting uncomfortable.
Performance
Could do with a bit more accelleration, but great to cruise on the motorways.
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Living with it
Reliability
Always starts
Image
Average.
Comfort
Great
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Security and Service
Security
No problems
Service
I recently found a Volvo specialist who are good. The benefit here is that they are reasonably priced and know what they are doing. Avoid garages who don't know Volvo as they miss things that need checking.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Blocked breather, burnt out distributor, HT leads worn out (check these if engine misfires under load or at low revs.)
Other
Faulty ABS pump unit,
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