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2005 Volvo S60 T5-Turbo
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:12 am
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:12 am
149K - has all service records. All work done at Volvo dealer.
Timing belt changed at 101K.
Clear title and CAR FAX reports 1 owner, no accidents.
He only wants $3,990 for it as he just bought a new Mercedes.
I don't know anything about VOLVO's - was going to get this as a first car for my youngest son.
Any help/opinion etc is appreciated - even from the O-T
Timing belt changed at 101K.
Clear title and CAR FAX reports 1 owner, no accidents.
He only wants $3,990 for it as he just bought a new Mercedes.
I don't know anything about VOLVO's - was going to get this as a first car for my youngest son.
Any help/opinion etc is appreciated - even from the O-T
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Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:17 am to CoachDon
They can be a little pricey to work on but the little dude will be safe. It's like driving a tank.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:21 am to CoachDon
avoid the european cars that old, they're good cars, but they're complicated machines and cost more to work on.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:30 am to dabigfella
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avoid the european cars that old, they're good cars, but they're complicated machines and cost more to work on.
Yeah, I've been reading this morning on some auto forums. Many people are saying exactly this...
Think I'll look for a Camry or Accord...
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:35 am to CoachDon
In the $4000-$5000 range you could probably find a decent high mileage Camry or Accord with some life left.
ETA: you just said the same thing
ETA: you just said the same thing
This post was edited on 2/28/17 at 6:35 am
Posted on 2/28/17 at 6:37 am to CoachDon
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Yeah, I've been reading this morning on some auto forums. Many people are saying exactly this...
Think I'll look for a Camry or Accord...
I have a couple garages and my head mechanic told me that he believes european cars are unnecessarily tough to work on bc the unions in europe demand more jobs for their people so they are just complicated for no reason at all. They're great cars without a doubt but out of warranty and 12 years old I just wouldn't want one when labor costs at most shops are up near $90/hour these days for an independent shop and significantly more for a dealer.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 8:29 am to CoachDon
Any Volvo or BMW over 100k in miles is going to be in the repair shop 3-4 times a year. And most repairs are over a $1,000.00 easily.
Don't buy that car. I'm speaking from experience.
Don't buy that car. I'm speaking from experience.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 8:32 am to CoachDon
Nice car. If you have the budget for maintenance then go for it.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 8:33 am to CoachDon
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I don't know anything about VOLVO's
But do you know anything about working on modern cars in general, especially a modern turbo? I speak from experience on owning a high mileage Volvo. Stay away unless you don't value your Saturdays and wallet.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 9:26 am to BottomlandBrew
Yeah, definitely took all of you guys advice and steered away.
Found 08 Camry XLE for $5,500 with 100K that's been care for. Low maintenance costs etc. can live with this one.
Found 08 Camry XLE for $5,500 with 100K that's been care for. Low maintenance costs etc. can live with this one.
Posted on 2/28/17 at 9:28 am to CoachDon
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I don't know anything about VOLVO's - was going to get this as a first car for my youngest son.
he'll hate you for all of the ridicule that he's going to get for driving a girly car
Posted on 2/28/17 at 9:30 am to CoachDon
get him a tacoma. that way it last through college
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