That is great! It's just what I've been telling her. Thanks!

Once she gets over the uncool factor (she doesn't share our appreciation of Volvos), I hope she will love it! I'll tell her it's very hipster and that should work

Thanks again!
Amy

Thank you all for your very thoughtful and informative responses. I spoke with the seller and he's been doing his own repairs in the 2 years since he's had the car, replacing the timing belt among other things. He has all the service records and knows the original owner - the mother of another co-wo...

I drive a 1999 V70 with 173K miles on it. I love this car and am not willing to give it up to my newly licensed daughter. A fellow at work is selling his 1996 960 with 120K miles on it for $2000. Before I engage him, I'm curious to know: A) is this a good model/year for anyone, let alone a new drive...

Sounds easy enough that my electrical engineer husband might even be able to do it!

Thanks!

I have a 1999 V70 with 153K miles. I live in Maryland. About a week ago my brake pedal had a sick, grinding vibration as I was pulling out of a parking spot (low speed). This vibration was similar to when my transmission failed, but not as prolonged (only lasted a second or two). A day later the ABS...