Login Register

new guy, checking in

General discussion about Volvos, Volvo parts, your DIY skills, Volvo ownership, and more. Come on in, introduce yourself and say hi! List Volvo events here. Have a nice Volvo? Show it off here. Do you have a question or comment about how MVS works? Ask here.
Post Reply
wolfman
Posts: 1
Joined: 24 June 2011
Year and Model: xc '02
Location: nb, canada

new guy, checking in

Post by wolfman »

Hi folks,
I stumbled onto this site as I start looking for a solid, affordable, wagon for a daily driver. I'm totally new to Volvos- I've been driving awd subarus for quite a while-but there seem to be lots of used, older Volvos around, so I'm looking for more info. What are the common problems that I need to look out for? How long can I reasonably expect a well maintained car Volvo to go? I'm also looking for as much info about the provisions for installing children's car seats. I'll do my best to read, as well as shut up and listen. Any advice is welcome.

User avatar
matthew1  
Site Admin
Posts: 14500
Joined: 14 September 2002
Year and Model: 850 T5, 1997
Location: Denver, Colorado, US
Has thanked: 2660 times
Been thanked: 1255 times
Contact:

Post by matthew1 »

Volvo Buyer's Guide

But remember, 90% of the people to come here come because they have problems, not because their Volvos are running smoothly :wink:. So don't get scared. Just be smart. Ask questions in the appropriate car forum and you'll get good info from the smart folks here.
Help keep MVS on the web -> click sponsors' links here on MVS when you buy from them.

Also -> Amazon link
. Click that when you go to buy something on Amazon and MVS gets a cut!

1998 V70, no dash lights on

1997 850 T5 [gone] w/ MSD ignition coil, Hallman manual boost controller, injectors, R bumper, OMP strut brace

2004 V70 R [gone]

How to Thank someone for their post

Image

Post Reply