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by VolvoGeek
13 Dec 2004, 06:16
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Buying an 850, 125K, tranny not serviced, how much??
Replies: 4
Views: 1404

I have to agree with TSquared! I have read many stories on this forum of 850 tranny's failing, for some unfortunate owners more than once. The big question is what causes the trannies to last so long for some owners, while they die at under 100K for some others. I really wonder if its all based on w...
by VolvoGeek
10 Dec 2004, 09:03
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Rattle in the Trunk - Fixed :D
Replies: 2
Views: 838

Did you get any cute comments from any of the neighbors or motorists who likely saw you in the back of the 850 in awkward positions?
by VolvoGeek
10 Dec 2004, 06:36
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Buying an 850, 125K, tranny not serviced, how much??
Replies: 4
Views: 1404

Buying an 850, 125K, tranny not serviced, how much??

The car is very clean, a female owner. She has been gentle on the car. The oil has been changed every 3K. I have never purchased a car with this many miles on it. I always change the tranny oil in my vehicles at regular intervals. Do you think the tranny will last or should I give the car a pass? Ho...