Are Volvo cars any good?

[Flagg]

Saya po ng S60 T5 comes with a subwoofer pa. Oh man that was a rush!

For me it's just brand management with Volvo's current quality. But the pre-1999 Volvos, di po at par with the Germans. I wasn't impressed at all with a 1996 850 sedan i drove (in 1997). Parang at par lang sa VR namin, interior wise. Talong talo suspension sa mga Germans.

But the new Volvos and the Germans are pretty much at par na, brand management not included.

The only problem I heard about Volvos are expensive maintenance & parts.

[Unajack]

i think used volvos are cheaper than BMWs and Benz'es because they're fuglier.

md volkswagen

[hein]

i think used volvos are cheaper than BMWs and Benz'es because they're fuglier.

Actually, I like how the Volvos look.

You may not know it, but this Volvo was designed by the same guy who did the Merc S-Class, SL Coupe and the M-Class.

[cs_nognog]

I'm thinking of getting an 850, I've always liked Volvos, however I'm a bit apprehensive about the maintenance. Does it breakdown often, or is it simply that the parts are so expensive once it breaks down? Thanks!

[Mguy]

I'm thinking of getting an 850, I've always liked Volvos, however I'm a bit apprehensive about the maintenance. Does it breakdown often, or is it simply that the parts are so expensive once it breaks down? Thanks!

I asked this same question years ago. . . and someone suggested me not to buy it unless you want a big drain on your pockets.

[esi94]

I'm thinking of getting an 850, I've always liked Volvos, however I'm a bit apprehensive about the maintenance. Does it breakdown often, or is it simply that the parts are so expensive once it breaks down? Thanks!

I had an 850 once. It was a very comfortable to ride. The fuel consumption was not bad at all. I was able to link up with another Volvo enthusiast Alex who had a shop in Visayas Ave in Quezon City. He maintained my car for me. He has his own sources for parts... although I also do buy online from FCP Groton.

Unfortunately, everything came to an end when Ondoy submerged my precious 850 almost completely. Only the headliner remained dry. When the flood subsided the next day, I was very very surprised when I opened my trunk which was submerged underwater for around 8 hours. The whole trunk was dry! The trunk carpet was dry and so were my tools. Water got in everywhere except the trunk. I don't know how this could have happened.

[Flagg]

Sir orly, mas masama po ferrari, they are owned by fiat.

[edl100]

For the VOLVO owners and those who have experience with it:

Where do you have it serviced outside Viking?? Where do you buy parts?? What are common problems to look out for?? Transmission? Electrical?? Aircon??

I do not have much knowledge with it. If I have researched well enough with Volvo ownership in the Phils yet.

Thanks!!

[pixelparadigm]

Passenger safety and build quality comes to my mind when I hear Volvo.

[Belisarius]

Volvo cars can be serviced at HABREC, 138 N.Domingo St., Gruppo Talyer, look for Wendel, someone was asking about it, ask my friend of MAKNA Mkt., the importer of Bilstien and H&R springs, that's the name he gave me.