At 65,000 miles my Volvo XC90 trans is shot. to the tune of $8-9 to repair. Dealer offering to settle at $2,500. Any suggestions?

Do not buy this car. I bought brand new from the Ontario dealer. I have had one problem after another. Most were minor but annoying since my closest dealer is 1 1/2 hrs away and they don't offer authorized repair anywhere but at a Volvo dealership. At 500 miles the brand new tire blew and the spare ...