Volvo S80 (98-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well equiped, well built.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Replacement parts expensive.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Steering very light.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Heavy car, cruises well.

  • Living with it

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Attracts admiring glances.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    30,000 miles a year, excellent comfort.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ignition switch broke £275, window mechanics broke £175, servo replaced £520. All parts covered under warranty. Parts for S80 seem to be dealer-only, advised by dealer, exhaust will retail at £1300+ fitting gulp! Pattern exhaust not available.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No