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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

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AlanS
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Help me decide..

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I have $25,000. I need to replace my 1995 850. Do I want to go with Volvo anymore? The 850 just kept mounting up problems, and now it's repair needs are too many (Steering rack, exhaust manifold, leaks, A/C issues). We went to our local dealership to see what a Certified car would be... 2005 S60 AWD.
What models are 'more reliable'? I am not familiar with the newer units.
What kind of trouble am I asking for with this car, or any of the 'newer' vehicles? What can I expect as far as MPG? And, in all honesty, should I take my $25,000 and just buy a new Subaru, Prius or Japanese car?
PS...I have owned 122, 240, 740, 760, 850, S40....so I have stuck with Volvo through the years. I just don't know if it' "worth it".

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ONE forum is enough
(Answered in the original post)
Mod note. Jim passed away in early 2022, his contributions to this forum are immortal, and he is missed. RIP

2000 V70R Black, 144,000 miles Wife's R.
2007 V70 2.5T White/Oak 111,000 MILES. Polestar tune, IPD bars, rear spoiler, dark grey Thors, DWS 06, HU850, sub.

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