Note that this repair manual covers Volvo S70, V70 and C70 cars for 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. Hayne’s manuals are generally good, albeit with significantly less information that a factory manual. Good for everyday repairs, especially when supplemented with information from Volvo forums on the web.
Excellent pictures & write up for general reference. Some info only available in this book or dealers books. This reference gives enough reference info to locate & complete most simple repairs and additional info on some complicated repairs. A couple different manuals like this are required to get a good idea of what is required to remove & replace some parts and do some troubleshooting.
This manual is exactly what I need in order to do small repairs and regular upkeep on my car. I’ve never owned a Volvo before and decided knowing what’s what would save me money in the long run. Seller was very quick to ship, and book arrived in great shape, despite the USPS doing it’s best to not allow that to happen! Would buy from this seller again if need arose.
Other reviews of this manual were pretty much right on target. The manual is mediocre and needs to be supplemented with the mediocre Chilton’s manual plus information on the web for any useful information to be obtained.
I’ve owned a ’98’ V70 for over six years now and I do all the work myself. I bought this book recently to see if it was any good. I was hoping it would fill in a few gaps that the other books left. After using it for several months now I can say that this is THE book to have for your early 98-99 V70. No other DIY book that I have compares. It’s layed out really well. The pictures are excellent. The text is superb. Get it!
This hardback is not as described in the other review. It includes the usual information of Haynes manuals which means that it covers almost everything the home mechanic will perform including engine teardown photos and details. Haynes leaves out repairs that are expert level and the determined mechanic can find information on these repairs if desired.
The paper is normal Haynes paper. The pictures are black and white and clear. The book is expensive because it is a hardback and an import from Britian (with such words as Bonnet and Tyre).
I will fault Amazon with the current wait time for this item. I ended up getting an excellent used copy for about the same price.
Frankly, not sure what Mr. Gushue is talking about.
This is the best haynes guide Ive seen for any car on the market so far. its pricey but its a hard copy edition with invaluable info. it might cost a bit but its more than worth it in the end.
the overall info in this manual is very good, but all the fluid quantities and some part references are in European language and without cross into American understanding
i gave the repair manuel to my son, who had just purcahsed a used Volvo that needed some repairs. he loved the manuel, said it had the clearest, easiest instructions he has found in any manuel. i reccomend this to all who need it–
Note that this repair manual covers Volvo S70, V70 and C70 cars for 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. Hayne’s manuals are generally good, albeit with significantly less information that a factory manual. Good for everyday repairs, especially when supplemented with information from Volvo forums on the web.
Excellent pictures & write up for general reference. Some info only available in this book or dealers books. This reference gives enough reference info to locate & complete most simple repairs and additional info on some complicated repairs. A couple different manuals like this are required to get a good idea of what is required to remove & replace some parts and do some troubleshooting.
This manual is exactly what I need in order to do small repairs and regular upkeep on my car. I’ve never owned a Volvo before and decided knowing what’s what would save me money in the long run. Seller was very quick to ship, and book arrived in great shape, despite the USPS doing it’s best to not allow that to happen! Would buy from this seller again if need arose.
Other reviews of this manual were pretty much right on target. The manual is mediocre and needs to be supplemented with the mediocre Chilton’s manual plus information on the web for any useful information to be obtained.
I’ve owned a ’98’ V70 for over six years now and I do all the work myself. I bought this book recently to see if it was any good. I was hoping it would fill in a few gaps that the other books left. After using it for several months now I can say that this is THE book to have for your early 98-99 V70. No other DIY book that I have compares. It’s layed out really well. The pictures are excellent. The text is superb. Get it!
I got this for my husband to work on our older Volvo wagon. He says it is perfect, just what he needed. Thanks.
This hardback is not as described in the other review. It includes the usual information of Haynes manuals which means that it covers almost everything the home mechanic will perform including engine teardown photos and details. Haynes leaves out repairs that are expert level and the determined mechanic can find information on these repairs if desired.
The paper is normal Haynes paper. The pictures are black and white and clear. The book is expensive because it is a hardback and an import from Britian (with such words as Bonnet and Tyre).
I will fault Amazon with the current wait time for this item. I ended up getting an excellent used copy for about the same price.
Frankly, not sure what Mr. Gushue is talking about.
This is the best haynes guide Ive seen for any car on the market so far. its pricey but its a hard copy edition with invaluable info. it might cost a bit but its more than worth it in the end.
the overall info in this manual is very good, but all the fluid quantities and some part references are in European language and without cross into American understanding
i gave the repair manuel to my son, who had just purcahsed a used Volvo that needed some repairs.
he loved the manuel, said it had the clearest, easiest instructions he has found in any manuel.
i reccomend this to all who need it–