When it's time to move on (and what did you buy?)

[bmdubya1198]

It's way easier for me to change a timing belt for $250 in a couple hours vs. spending $350+ on a full chain kit and whatever else needs to be done and take over a day. I can do a 5 cylinder belt in about 2-3 hours with no snags. The Durango timing chain (or I should say 3 chains, which all need to be aligned on the sprockets perfectly prior to installation, and they all need to be held taught as they're being installed... 3 man job) took a full day in the truck, when I did it a second time out of the truck (long story) it was much easier. But still worse than a belt.

[Chuck W]

I don't think my wife will let us "move on" from her '97GLT.

[June]

I don't think my wife will let us "move on" from her '97GLT.

Just wait for her to say it's time. Unless money is no object, then let her keep it. If not she will decide sooner or later that it is not economical to keep it. Then she will tell you she wants a new car.

In my case a good part of my raising my children I spent driving them in my S80. So I have a emotional attachment, and also I like driving it better than the new Volvos. She may have other reasons other than mine. June

[Chuck W]

Just wait for her to say it's time. Unless money is no object, then let her keep it. If not she will decide sooner or later that it is not economical to keep it. Then she will tell you she wants a new car.

In my case a good part of my raising my children I spent driving them in my S80. So I have a emotional attachment, and also I like driving it better than the new Volvos. She may have other reasons other than mine. June

We're not "new car" people. I've had her look at some P2's but she likes her 855 better. We just replaced the engine last year. It has no rust and is in solid mechanical shape. Unless it gets wrecked, it's probably no going any where for a while.

[bmdubya1198]

No need to move on in that case! Sounds like a solid car that should last you a long time.

[June]

Just wait for her to say it's time. Unless money is no object, then let her keep it. If not she will decide sooner or later that it is not economical to keep it. Then she will tell you she wants a new car.

In my case a good part of my raising my children I spent driving them in my S80. So I have a emotional attachment, and also I like driving it better than the new Volvos. She may have other reasons other than mine. June

We're not "new car" people. I've had her look at some P2's but she likes her 855 better. We just replaced the engine last year. It has no rust and is in solid mechanical shape. Unless it gets wrecked, it's probably no going any where for a while.

I was avoiding the W word! Sounds like a solid car with no need for replacement. Keep that service up to date and it'll last a long time. I would venture to say women are more emotional when it comes to our cars. I am at least. June

[abscate]

My Better half has no emotional attachment to her cars, but hates car payments

Whe;the roofing guy who gave us a gold gilded quote for 5 squares of shingle replacement stopped by to try convince us to give him the job, he was shocked to find her on the roof with her air nail gun, finishing up,

[MoVolvos]

Just wait for her to say it's time. Unless money is no object, then let her keep it. If not she will decide sooner or later that it is not economical to keep it. Then she will tell you she wants a new car.

In my case a good part of my raising my children I spent driving them in my S80. So I have a emotional attachment, and also I like driving it better than the new Volvos. She may have other reasons other than mine. June

We're not "new car" people. I've had her look at some P2's but she likes her 855 better. We just replaced the engine last year. It has no rust and is in solid mechanical shape. Unless it gets wrecked, it's probably no going any where for a while.

I was avoiding the W word! Sounds like a solid car with no need for replacement. Keep that service up to date and it'll last a long time. I would venture to say women are more emotional when it comes to our cars. I am at least. June

My wife knows nothing about cars and hate the smell of a parts or tire store. We sit as far from the tire department when enjoying Costco's food court. That being said she can tell if the car is not running well, even slightly. She is only sentimental enough till it's practical to change or like the feel of another car.

Took a bit for her to like the 03 S80 but she OK now with letting the 03 GS300 go when the time comes. The Lexus feels tighter but as speed increases the S80 becomes a nicer cruiser especially at highway speeds. It's tends to linger in the lower revs in the city. Could use one more gear.

[manovlov]

My V70 diesel accumulated so much issues... And the diesel, if you don't hit the road each time you should...

I bought a 850 petrol !

Manov