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This car is very roomy, has the sunroof for cool night rides. I just wish I had it new to take better care of it. Read full review
I put on almost 200,000 miles with no problem. Car was regularly serviced. The most comfortable and reliable car I have driven except for my 2004 V70 2.5 Read full review
Recalls and crash tests
The 1998 Volvo V70 currently has 5 recalls
Sport-utility vehicles are so popular it seems nearly every manufacturer makes one. Even though most sport-utes, or SUVs, come from truck chassis, we are beginning to see the ... Read more
The snow was falling fast and thick as we rolled through the deepening drifts around Flagstaff. On the steep and winding road to the Snowbowl ski area, we swung out to pass ... Read more
Volvo called the color "saffron" -- a metallic mixture of gold, tan and orange, a color that instantly separated the hip from the jive. Hip folks loved it. Jive people snickered. ... Read more
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What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?
Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.
What is a Powertrain warranty?
Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.
What is included in Roadside Assistance?
Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).
What other services could be included in a warranty?
Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.
What does CPO mean?
A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.