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David writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr R Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsBoxy, sporty for a wagon, very fast at top end, headlight wipers, good Consparking, fuel economy, blind spots, repair bills, sluggish off the line
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It's A Volvo, Not The Best At Anything, But Good At Alot Of Things — Moderately sportier variant on the t5, but slower due to the additional weight of AWD. Also, was only available as a 4 speed automatic. Unfortunately, not as sporty due to the automatic, but the tranny is reliable, so far. Seating is a mix of Volvo's typical High grade leather with Alcantra. This seating is ultimately the most comfortable option available from those years. Handling is a touch crisper for the R package, but by no means sporty. Turbo does have a degree of lag to it, so you definitely notice it when it winds up. Also, Turbo is relatively large, so it's not pushing itself very hard. In general a good car for someone looking for something with a bit more identity than your run of the mill V70. Note, this vehicle is not cheap to repair, not BMW bad, but very pricey. Also, while the gas mileage is better than a full size SUV, the premium requirement for the fuel makes every trip to gas up rather uncomfortable. As I'm sure many other Volvo lovers can say, I have a very love-hate relationship with my car.
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Kevin writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr R Turbo AWD Wagon Review
Prosif you like fast cars but have a large family this is for you! Conspetrol stations are your freind!
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Fast Comfortable 7 Seated Gas Guzzler — with 265bhp it pulls fairly well for a big estate 150mph with not much hassle the handling is very good for such a large car as it has an independant rear end that i dont think the 2wd has. the build quality is very solid and i cant fault it. the only down side is the price of some of the parts and the fact the tyre wear has to be within 2mm front to back oh and not to mention an average of 21mpg! i never thought i would buy a volvo as i always thoought of them as old man cars but as i needed 7 seats i dont have many options other than 4x4's and people carriers so bought this just for the sake of it and if im honest i am converted! i would deffo consider another volvo! Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Griffin writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsExcellent in bad weather, good build quality, comfortable ConsToo much turbo lag, its a bit heavy, and repairs are very expensive.
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1999 Volvo V70 Xc — Performance is not too impressive, but a nice muscular feel with the turbo. The combined lag from the AWD and the turbo can get a bit frustrating. Handling is decent, brakes are decent. But be warned: Its a heavy car, and it shows in both areas. Superb bad weather car. Build quality is typical Volvo: Outstanding. Appearances are pretty modest, but I rather like it. Repairs can be a bit costly, and gas mileage is in the low 20s. Fun factor: 5/10 | ||
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Colin writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr GLT Turbo Wagon Review
ProsCheap easy versatile gets me home everyday ConsThe original owner parked by brail
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My Beater — For what I paid @ 145K kms and the condition of the car overall I'm happy. So far al lI have done is brakes and 28K a year this thing owes me nothing. No finance payments, no lease no banks. If only I could get it to run on wood alcohol I wouldn't have to pay gasoline tax. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Shelly writes:
1999 Volvo V70 Review
Prosits fast an reliable and handles the road like bosstick to paper Consnothing !
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Volvo For Your Ideal Comfort An Realiablity — weve had it now over a year an its never let us down , its good fuel wise an when cold it soon gets warm by front an rear heated seats :D x grips the road like bostick to paper x Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Ben writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsComfort, Safety, AWD for snow and light off roading, Commuter Car. ConsCost of ownership, Lacks European handling
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Great For The Snow Belt, Yuppie Families, First Car. — Slow off the line, handles better then a truck, accelerates fast after turbo is spooled. However its a bit dowdy looking, but very comfortable. The power trains on Volvos are solid, however many of the ford made accessories are not, over $1000 in repairs in a year from the neglect of the previous owner, runs great now; needed fluids changed, radiator, and brakes and rotors. Therefore costs of ownership are obviously higher, including the sub par gas millage of 24 highway, 19 city. Since the car is lifted and the suspension is stiffened, its about as fun to drive average american sedan. Insurance is just about the cheapest of any car. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Claudine writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsSmooth ride Consa tad expensive on maintenance
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My Volvo — i find the performance is really up there for a family car, braking is great, handling is high average. i love the apperance. Yes its a fun car, better when there is fresh snow and drift around corners with the AWD. gas milage not bad in the city but highway great. Planning to put 18" dual exhaust, tint the rear doors and windows, AND a nice sound system subs amps component speakers. Maybe even a white LED underbodykit. lol ... Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Nathaniel writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsThe turbocharger and the interior. ConsThe transmission had to get rebuilt.
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1999 Volvo V70 Xc Awd — Got the car without a reverse so had to get the transmission rebuilt. I love the turbocharger. Accelerates nicely. The interior is beautiful with gorgeous black leather. The silver paint keeps it looking clean almost all of the time with no scratches. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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packerfan12345 writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr XC Turbo AWD Wagon Review
ProsSeats, Looks, interioir, AWD, good gas millage, timeless Consrepairs, electrical gremlins, 
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A Great All Around Car For People In The North, Or That Live Or Travel On Dirt Roads. — ---DO NOT SERVICE CARS AT DEALERS, $$--- Its a great suv alternative, and great for us that live in the snow belt. repairs are like any other European import. 17 city/26 HWY. drives like great, enough power. Would buy it anyday over a new kia/ford focus. 170k on my car, the big repairs so far: ball bearing, rear self leveling shocks, and now a bent brake rotor. Also various small maintenance, timing belt, brakes, plugs and wire, burnt out electronics, ect. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Isaac writes:
1999 Volvo V70 4 Dr T5 Turbo Wagon Review
Prospretty good gas mileage and comfortable seats Consnot cool...in more than one way...the air conditioning doesnt work and its a 10yr old volvo... brakes sqeal like a dying baby and very loud exterior sound.
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Not Very Fond Of It...it Gets You From Point A To Point B...but Its Not Such A Fun Ride... — not very fast but its a staion wagon so what do u expect?... it was a very nice car at the time we first got it but its 10 yrs old now and starting to fall apart. the a/c doesnt work but the fuel efficiency is up because of it...obvcourse i dont plan on driving long distances or spending long periods of time in a car with no a/c...although it is really nice in the winter. the one thing in the car that works too well is the seat warmers...they burn ur ass. the interior is actually custom from sweden...we had to custom order it to hav a leather/cloth trim which does add a nice touch but im still not a huge fan of the car... Primary Use: Family transportation |
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