Stamford Riley Volvo has been good for me. However costs are high, and so far having had no chances to speak with mechanics contributes to transparency concerns. I’d also like to find an independent shop in the area as an option. Good luck!

There was some slop in tailgate latch causing annoying intermittent rattle. Wrapped painters tape around latch anchor. Solved!

New headlamp bulbs question here… I’m tempted to install similar bulbs on 07 V70 but am concerned for overloading wiring and maybe related issues. See any downsides? Nice work!

Thanks for reply. I'm referring to Volvo's repair guidance (TSB) to address knocking from rear subframe attachments with O-rings; a simple fix compared with replacing subframe bushings. The TSB specifies S80 but Volvo told me it's pertinent to V70s as well. I'm planning to do this fix, and wanted to...

Hi All, My 07 V70 was showing the dreaded "Maintenance Required" message. I tried resetting it with diverse hacks found online involving the trip meter button & ignition key. None worked. The following worked. Thanks to Flying Wheels Danville, NH. 1. Set trip meter to T1 (trip meter wa...

07 V70 112k… Just had an excellent first experience with W. Jennings Euro Car Specialists in Southport CT. Let me know if u would like details. Cheers!

Hi Everyone, Like many folks I was puzzled and annoyed by a stiff, noisy ride esp at slower speeds on normal, irregular road surfaces. I was on a set of "V" rated fancy brand tires. Through happy accident they were replaced with "H" rated, same brand. Huge improvement! The ride i...

I switched from V rated to H. The H ride is more supple with no downside for my driving style.

Hi Everyone, Like others on this list I've long puzzled about a harsh, noisy ride on normal road imperfections. The car has 135K. After the 5 years/ 50K miles i've owned it I've stumbled on some "fixes" that resulted in a more balanced, supple ride. Apart from the obvious: wheel balancing,...