What Is It Worth? (1997 Volvo 850)

Twinsen · Post by **Twinsen** » 16 Jan 2006, 09:18

...we still have it. Which is why I'm asking how much is worth on here.

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 16 Jan 2006, 14:59

I'm sorry, I thought someone had bought it from looking at the eBay auction. Maej didn't buy it then??
I would take Matthew's suggestion of KBB value but be willing to be flexible and go down some. I would advertise it here as well as over on www.swedespeed.com and www.volvospeed.com There are plenty of people looking for such a car as you have.

On a side note: Even if your car isn't at the mileage to where it needs belt changes, I would change the timing belt and the serpentine belt as a safegaurd and advertise that you've done these things due to the age of the car. This will help you sell it, as the potential buyer will see that you really cared for this car...I also believe the general rule is 6 years or 70K miles on the TB and 5 years or 60K miles on the Serp. belt anyway. Good luck selling the car...like I said, these boards are where the enthusiasts are and someone will want it.

Twinsen · Post by **Twinsen** » 17 Jan 2006, 12:43

Trust me, the car has been well-maintained. All maintenence has been done by my dad and myself, so we know everything that has been done to the car, including all the services, even though we are no where near the mileage checks. I'll do as you suggested and check on the other sites. Thanks!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » 18 Jan 2006, 12:13

Twinsen wrote:Trust me, the car has been well-maintained. All maintenence has been done by my dad and myself, so we know everything that has been done to the car, including all the services, even though we are no where near the mileage checks. I'll do as you suggested and check on the other sites. Thanks!

In that case I would still visit http://www.kbb.com and http://www.edmunds.com and then add onto to their suggested selling price for the immaculate condition you claim.

There's always e-bay as well.

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 18 Jan 2006, 18:52

I agree with the last poster, but it appears it was on eBay at one time. Next time, really spiff it up and take some really, really good pictures to post with it...the fuzzy one's makes one think that maybe it isn't as good as the claim, and the seller may be trying to hide something. Also offer any digital pictures of specific areas that someone might be intersted in...like "all is open for investigation." After all, it's a car someone is going to be buying. Good luck!

Post by **JRL** » 20 Jan 2006, 06:48

Well, I WOULD BE INTERESTED IN IT, so if you still have it, let me know here with any contact info you have
JRL

cathyl63 · Post by **cathyl63** » 25 Jan 2006, 23:02

Hi, I am interested in the car. Is it still for sale? Thanks.