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1996 850
19 reviews
Following up on the popular T-5R sport sedans offered in spring 95, Volvo adds another new sporty version for the fall--a Platinum Limited...
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Following up on the popular T-5R sport sedans offered in spring 95, Volvo adds another new sporty version for the fall--a Platinum Limited Edition 850 sedan and wagon. Only about 1500 are imported for the fall, equipped with the 222-horsepower turbocharged engine, leather seats, and 16-inch wheels as the T-5R; but Volvo replaced the yellow paint with a metallic pearl white platinum. Volvo added a second turbocharged model in the spring--the Volvo 850 R--equipped with a special Bosch engine-management system that programs the turbo to produce 240 horsepower from the same 2.3-liter 5-cylinder. All of Volvos turbocharged models come only with the 4-speed automatic.
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Who cares how old it is?
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Pros: Extremely Safe and reliable.
Cons: A little boxy.
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This car is just as good as the ones that are selling brand new today! It has all the same features and it's less money!
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1996 850 T-5
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Pros: It's a Volvo, it's safe and QUICK!
Cons: When I drive my hips/lower back hurt.
Bottom Line:
Buy a Volvo or buy a bicycle.
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It doesn't get any better than a Volvo!
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Pros: Everything, great car!
Cons: Large headrests make it hard to see! Read More at Epinions.com
My first real grown-up car!
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Pros: Pretty much everything - leather, power everything, great sound system, quiet interior.
Cons: Nothing yet.
Bottom Line:
This car rocks!
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Great Luxury Wagon
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Pros: Safety Cage, Roomy interior, Reliable
Cons: 5 cyl. engine, road noise Read More at Epinions.com
Sporty, Fun and Safe
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Pros: Power, comfort, dependability
Cons: location of buttons for windows and mirrors Read More at Epinions.com
Porsche-Powered Bread Box can be dressed up for light track duty
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Pros: Legendary Volvo safety, front wheel drive, excellent fuel economy, many aftermarket upgrades
Cons: More squeaks and rattles than expected, base model slightly underpowered, limited availability of 5-speed wagons
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A great, reliable, safety-oriented car with a lot of performance upgrades available.
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Pretty fly for a Volvo wagon
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Pros: Sleek, well-appointed, excellent passive AND active safety features, and that celebrated Volvo longevity
Cons: Make sure you get a good one, as repairs can be costly
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Safe, dependable (reasonably), rugged, and a genuine pleasure to drive.
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1996 Volvo 850 Sedan: Great car for the money
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Pros: Best seats in the world, reliable, roomy, fast enough, well built
Cons: Noisy at high speeds, harsh ride, outdated interior
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A great used car buy if you can find one with reasonable mileage. Best seats in the world, reliable, roomy. Well built. I would buy it again.
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Sport Wagon
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Pros: Safe, fast and fun to drive
Cons: Road noise, harsh ride.
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Great car, I understand from visiting some of the many Volvo sites, that the '96 is one of the best years for the 850
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Solid Used Car, Great DIY'er car
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Pros: Easy to work on, well documented DIY instructions. Lots of low cost used parts.
Cons: Wrench it yourself, otherwise mechanics still try to charge a repair premium because it's European.
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Bargain used car but solid in performance and safety. Would buy this used over a low-end new car.
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