So I'm looking for a new daily, mostly a wagon. I've been looking for an e39 BMW 5 series wagon but haven't had much luck finding a decent one recently. I've always liked the look of the P2 V70/XC70's so I started searching those as well. I don't have any experience with them though. What all should I look out for if I check any out?
I know timing belt service, PCV, normal higher mileage car things, but is there anything else specific I should verify, look for, or anything specific to these? Are they relatively reliable if maintained? Most of the e39 wagons I've come across are closer to a project than a daily driver, and idk if I really need that at the moment.
I've heard the facelift 2005-07 are the ones to look for. Would a 2007 2.5T be better than a 2001 T5?
Anyone have any experience with both the P2 Volvos and e39 BMWs? How do they compare?
Thinking about a P2 V70... experiences/what to look for?
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scot850
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2006 V70 2.5T AWD Polestar tune
2000 V70 R - still being an endless PITA
2006 XC70 - Our son now has this and still parked in our garage
2003 Toyota 4Runner V8 Limited
2015 Kia Sportage EX-L - Sold
1993 850 GLT -Sold
1998 V70 XC - Sold
1997 Volvo 850 SE NA - Went to niece in California - Sold
2000 V70 SE NA - Sold
2000 V70 R - still being an endless PITA
2006 XC70 - Our son now has this and still parked in our garage
2003 Toyota 4Runner V8 Limited
2015 Kia Sportage EX-L - Sold
1993 850 GLT -Sold
1998 V70 XC - Sold
1997 Volvo 850 SE NA - Went to niece in California - Sold
2000 V70 SE NA - Sold
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prwood wrote:I wish I had a permanent car repair area that was covered, had a level surface, lighting and fans, a workbench, and tool cabinets. You know,like a garage. Much of my time during the job is spent hauling things up and down the stairs to the basement or in and out of the storage shed, or running back downstairs when I realize I need something else,or taking a break from standing out in the sun,or using flashlights or work lamps when it gets dark.
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