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Marty Padgett, Executive Editor
2008 VOLVO C70 STYLING | [8 out of 10] Road & Track: "looks almost as nice with its power hardtop roof up as it does down" Kelley Blue Book: "looks aggressive" Car and Driver: "Yah, shoor Sven, real pretty, and looks real sporty" The modern and softly sculpted design that is uniquely Volvo carries over unchanged from last year into the 2008 Volvo C70. While it's a little plain, the C70's shape is clean and well detailed with a minimum of clutter—and since it’s a hardtop convertible , it offers two styles in one, top up and top down. Cars.com notes the C70 "features rounded corners and headlamps that are a far cry from the boxy Volvos of yore." While most current-day convertibles look better with the top down, the Volvo C70 makes an attractive appearance with the hardtop folded up or down. Of the exterior, Road & Track says the Volvo features ...
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The 2008-2009 Volvo Ocean Race starts on October 4--and the Swedish brand will prime the marketing pump for the sporting competition with a new trio of limited-edition wagons . The Volvo V70 , Volvo... Read full review
Marty Padgett, Executive Editor | 03/24/08 2:42 PM
Last year we brought you the skinny on the new XC70 , Volvo's mid-size crossover vehicle. We liked its newly toughened exterior and its city-friendly responses. But of course, we thought a little... Read full review
Marty Padgett, Executive Editor | 03/03/08 5:37 PM
Blind-spot detectors and lane-departure warnings may help with driving safety, consumers agree. But when it comes to deciding what to do, once a hazard comes to tire-screeching life, many drivers... Read full review
What Edmunds.com says With its gee-whiz retractable hardtop, the 2008 Volvo C70 is a strong pick for those seeking a premium convertible with a healthy list of safety features and a stylish... Read full review
There are rules to driving convertibles. The first is simple: If you're not in a hail storm or hurricane, put the top down. If it's snowing, use the heater. If it's raining, drive faster... Read full review
Vehicle OverviewBy replacing the previous-generation soft-top C70 with a retractable-hardtop version in 2006, Volvo created what is arguably the best four-season convertible you can buy... Read full review
Mileage: 7500 Style: hard top convertible Owned Before: I have previously owned a vehicle of this make. Pros I LOVE my car! It is fun to drive, has good acceleration, great sound system... Read full review
"When my neighbors saw the C70's Retractable Hardtop function for the first time they started to gather in my driveway. It's fun to watch. Going down the highway you expect your... Read full review
"This is an incredible car. Understanding that it is a 5cylinder turbo, I am still impressed with it's quickness. I don't like the fact that when you accelerate hard from a stop the wheels... Read full review
| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Volvo C70: 2dr Convertible Man | $39,240 / $36,886 | City: 18 Hwy: 27 |
| 2008 Volvo C70: 2dr Convertible Auto | $39,240 / $36,886 | City: 18 Hwy: 26 |
2008 VOLVO C70 STYLING | [8 out of 10] Road & Track: "looks almost as nice with its power hardtop roof up as it does down" Kelley Blue Book: "looks ... Read full review
MSRP: $39,240 - $39,240
Mileage: 7500 Style: hard top convertible Owned Before: I have previously owned a vehicle of this make. Pros I LOVE my car! It is fun to drive, has good... Read more
"When my neighbors saw the C70's Retractable Hardtop function for the first time they started to gather in my driveway. It's fun to watch. Going down the... Read more
"This is an incredible car. Understanding that it is a 5cylinder turbo, I am still impressed with it's quickness. I don't like the fact that when you... Read more
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