Login Register

2004 S60 2.5T Purchasing Question

Help, Advice, Owners' Discussion and DIY Tutorials on Volvo's stylish, distinctive P2 platform cars sold as model years 2001-2007 (North American market year designations).

2001 - 2007 V70
2001 - 2004 V70 XC (Cross Country)
2004 - 2007 XC70 (Cross Country)
2001 - 2009 S60
2003 - 2007 S60 R
2004 - 2007 V70 R

Post Reply
alynch506
Posts: 7
Joined: 22 February 2013
Year and Model: S80 2000
Location: Pennsylvania

2004 S60 2.5T Purchasing Question

Post by alynch506 »

Hello,

Looked at an 04 S60 2.5T today...108K miles. Had a few confusing items come up when talking to the guy. Car has been dealer serviced (Carfax checks out) every 6 months and regular service intervals. Garaged in florida for half its life and in Pittsburgh for the rest.

Asked owner if the timing belt was replaced at 105, he said the dealer said it was "good" and didn't need to be done. Carfax says "Recommended maintenance performed" at 106K. Should they have replaced the timing belt? Should I expect to do it soon? The owner also said he is unaware of any suspension issues or problems with the car, nor any suspension work that has been done. Should I expect to do bushings and struts soon?

Also, the blower motor was rumbling and will need to be replaced.

Owner is asking $4200. VIN is YV1RS59V442417428. Hoping to take to a Volvo guy to take a look over it before I consider and read all codes (it wasnt throwing any though).

Thanks!
2004 S60 2.5T
2000 S80 2.9 - RIP
1997 850 GLT - RIP

vtl
Posts: 4728
Joined: 16 August 2012
Year and Model: 2005 XC70
Location: Boston
Has thanked: 114 times
Been thanked: 606 times

Post by vtl »

Timing belt and, more important, tensioner and idler - replace it sooner the better. Suspension is likely worn, but can be deferred for some time.

Post Reply
  • Similar Topics
    Replies
    Views
    Last post