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by jdb1981
01 Aug 2014, 22:32
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?
Replies: 6
Views: 2490

Re: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?

Yeah, I got him down $400 by asking for $1200 off, and would have taken it right in the middle at around a $700 overall discount, but he balked and I walked. Shame, it was a nice car, but who knows, if he really wants to sell it he's got my number. Still looking for a late '00s S60, at any rate, so ...
by jdb1981
01 Aug 2014, 12:42
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?
Replies: 6
Views: 2490

Re: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?

So my mechanic inspected it and found everything to be good engine and frame-wise, no major issues with the drive train or fundamental structural stuff.

However, the lady that owned it apparently ran into a lot of stuff. Both bumpers are off slightly and attached poorly underneath, and have had ...
by jdb1981
31 Jul 2014, 22:49
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?
Replies: 6
Views: 2490

Re: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?

Thanks, so if I'm going to own this car or one very much like it, is a Vida Dice unit & Software a worthwhile investment?
by jdb1981
31 Jul 2014, 21:44
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?
Replies: 6
Views: 2490

Re: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?

So, nothing? Well, I checked the transmission fluid for appearance and burnt smell, seems OK. Took off the undercarriage guard and looked for oil/fluid leaks, didn't find anything.

If I buy this car I'll probably replace the ATF anyway using the following guide: https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com ...
by jdb1981
31 Jul 2014, 17:13
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?
Replies: 6
Views: 2490

2007 S60 Pre-Purchase Inspection - What to look for?

Hi,

I've been looking at 06-10 S40's and S60's for weeks now trying to find the right one - right now I have a 2007 S60 in the driveway on loan from the dealer overnight, pending a full inspection by a 25+ year Volvo mechanic tomorrow morning.

Question is - what can I look for now, at home, and ...