Faults:

Gearbox is dying, reverse noisily slips.

Front side, back reverse left and two spoiler lamps failed.

Trip odometer failed.

ABS system failed.

General Comments:

Well, I've begun driving several months ago (LoL that's legally..). But I have a long-term relationship with this lovely T5.

This car is one of the cars I love most. It really is great, it is equipped with featured rarely do you find in cars in its category those years, mid-90s (Also remember that the Volvo 850 was the first car in the history to be equipped with SIPS - side airbag protection system). It perfectly fits for family use, even when several people drive it regularly, maybe the most practical is the 3-memory-slots adjustable driver's seat, and the adjustable steering wheel.

This car is really crazy on kick-downs, so far I've never been beaten up by any of my friends. It really performs great with the T5 engine (226hp, 285Nm). This thing has no problem going 180km/h and still accelerating.

Handling is great, really great. It is so comfortable to drive, and the wide interior makes it even better for family use.

Things I hate about it are only the fuel consumption and the gearbox. Its gearbox is dying, as the mechanic said. Replacing the gearbox would roughly cost $1000, even though it was repaired twice.