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Craigslist - 98 S70 & 99 S70 base

List Volvos and Volvo parts for sale, want to buy, or for trade. Include your location!
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combatkarl
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Craigslist - 98 S70 & 99 S70 base

Post by combatkarl »

Disclaimers per usual, not my car etc. That being said any thoughts on these vehicles available from "large" new car dealers and one from a private seller. 99s vs 98.

'98--> http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/c ... 03064.html
'99 --> http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/c ... 17547.html
'99 --> private seller http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/c ... 52557.html

A $1,000 premium for buying from a car dealer seems a bit much.
Karl
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Post by b2fkb0 »

Hi Karl
I prefer to buy from a private party as I can get a better idea of the cars history and maintenance. Dealers take in a car like this on trade and try to flip it quickly and get as much as they can. Of the cars listed, I would look at the one by owner, looks clean and they've owned it since 2003. Once you drive it and inspect the repair documents you'll have an idea of what it will need going forward. I always like to shop several cars to get a feel for the best deal. Hope this helps.
Dan

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