Hi. I live on the Isle of Portland in sunny Dorset. Married to a lovely lady called Sian (check out ...
Hi. I live on the Isle of Portland in sunny Dorset. Married to a lovely lady called Sian (check out her web site www.sianthomasjewellery.co.uk) , we have a 9 year old daughter,Megan. We enjoy life the universe and everything!
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I have owned my Volvo 850 for 5 years now and it has been an excellant car for most of the time. I say most, because just recently it has let my wife down a few times, usually on a short journey by cutting out and not being able to restart it for half an hour or so. The problem although not cured yet is believed to be a fuel pump relay. I have heard other 850's and V70's doing a similar thing so please be aware of this glitch in an otherwise super reliable car. I will update this review when I get a new relay to see if it does cure the fault. I have been camping all over europe in my Volvo it eats up the miles like no car I've ever owned before,even fully loaded it is reasonably economical on a long run. I would recomend anyone buying one though to ensure it has a good service history and not to much damage as bits and pieces are really expensive. I hope this helps any prospective Volvo owners.
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Saloon - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 143 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: S, SE, SE Lux, SE Sport, Sport
Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 140 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: R-DESIGN, R-DESIGN Premium, SE, SE Lux, SE Lux Premium, SE Premium, S, Sport
As below m'dear, but do let me know if you decide to add a bit more info. Check out Oi_nutter2000's car reviews, he's about the only one who can hold my interest when rambling on about his cars! Hee hee K xxx
nuttynaomi 25.11.2005 11:21
Good review, a little more detail would be helpful for future owners maybe.
We've had Volvo's ever since i was young and they are very reliable (and fast ;) !) but ever so slightly ugly and boxy!!
I like the way you dont blame women drivers for it cutting out on your wife!!
oh i dont know....a man that uses a washing machine, a camera and drives a Volvo...what next?!?
solamarie 06.11.2005 17:24
Welcome from me, if you have owned one for years then maybe you could write a bit more about it and get better ratings, Sue
Advantages: The 850 TDi has superb fuel economy. The ride is excellent, especially on long distance journeys. Tremendous space for luggage etc. Disadvantages: Large vehicle to park.
rugbydawlish 07.08.2004 (07.08.2004)
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Advantages: You can burn off a Porsche 911, or load it up for a summer camping trip, either way a very useable car! Disadvantages: Some problems on some models are possible, eg Turbocharger can suffer from severe driving.
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Advantages: You can burn off a Porsche 911, or load it up for a summer camping trip, either way a very useable car! Disadvantages: Some problems on some models are possible, eg Turbocharger can suffer from severe driving.
andy5000 15.07.2001 ·
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Advantages: The 850 TDi has superb fuel economy. The ride is excellent, especially on long distance journeys. Tremendous space for luggage etc. Disadvantages: Large vehicle to park.
rugbydawlish 07.08.2004 (07.08.2004)
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Advantages: Reliable, cheap on fuel and great fun with the carrying capacity of a removal van! Disadvantages: None, except perhaps getting a little old in the tooth!
Bigbadbob 23.10.2002 ·
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