There is a 960 n/a wagon for sale a couple of hours away that won't shift into forward gears but only into reverse. Anything other than linkage bushings that I should consider? (Maybe I'm way off on that idea.) I can pick up the car for $200-300. Just seeking help on what might be the issue before d...

Maybe I'm ignoring bigger maintenance issues with my XC70, but when I run 87 or 89 I get the check engine light after a couple of weeks. If I use 91 or higher, light goes out after about a week. Tried this numerous times. Haven't noticed a difference in economy or performance though. Been using prem...

+1 on going with genuine Volvo mounts. Replaced them with aftermarket on my 94 850, and one of them blew out within a few months. The originals were fine after years- but I was replacing all suspension components. Replaced again with Volvo mounts- no more trouble. Go OEM.

Thanks for the replies. When I was on the highway, I shifted into nuetral and shut the motor off and the whining noise was still there. It doesn't change with engine speed. It seems like it's a driveline thing, just not sure where. Don't think it's a wheel bearing though. Didn't check the fluid leve...

Hello all. Outstanding forum!! My Dilemma: I just purchased a 2000 xc70 w/ 146,000 miles. The wagon is in very nice, (remarkable really,) condition inside and out. It has been dealer maintained, so mechanically is quite nice also. With one exception- in town the car drives wonderful, but on the high...