Socalfem Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Spence......I SHOULD have a problem finding a nice car for $4800 ?????Anybody....how much does the 100000 mile maintenance cost ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Tuna Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 No no no, my bad, SHOULDN'T Btw here's a list of what needs to get replaced at what service, the list says it's for 99-00 but it's the same for all 70 series cars http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_warranty/warranty_04.html#60 The big service is at 105k, major tune up, plus timing belt replacement, runs around $6-700 so make sure it's beed done hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalfem Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 No no no, my bad, SHOULDN'T Btw here's a list of what needs to get replaced at what service, the list says it's for 99-00 but it's the same for all 70 series cars http://new.volvocars.com/ownersdocs/2000/2000_warranty/warranty_04.html#60 The big service is at 105k, major tune up, plus timing belt replacement, runs around $6-700 so make sure it's beed done hahaha Thanks , that's helpful ..I bookmarked it ! Hmmm see and I thought it was at 100000 I found 2 s80 (starting to like those) 1999 & 2000 but they are way over priced compared to KBB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Tuna Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Run away from S80 T6 models, don't even consider them, just walk away. Money pits to say the least!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalfem Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Run away from S80 T6 models, don't even consider them, just walk away. Money pits to say the least!!! Ooooh...what about the 2.9's ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Tuna Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Not that bad. Honestly I'd only recommend an S80 to somebody who fully knows what they are getting themselves into. A s80 with electrical issues will ruin your life haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalfem Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Not that bad. Honestly I'd only recommend an S80 to somebody who fully knows what they are getting themselves into. A s80 with electrical issues will ruin your life haha Oh man....glad I'm on here Ok, knowing what my budget is, what would you recommend , year model etc. .? I'm getting overwhelmed hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scandalo Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Let me chime in. I may be from the midwest but I consider myself seasoned on these cars. 4800 should get you into a 98 S70 or V70 very easily. I got my mom into a 98 V70 XC for a little more than 4k with 100k miles. VERY nice ones will run you between 4500-6500 depending on the seller, miles, maintenance, and interior/exterior condition. Cars with blemishes here and there go for 3500-4500 with relatively low miles. The nice thing about these cars is that they have no major issues or fail points so if you are worried about something major being overlooked just because of the model don't be. 99-2000 a few things were changed and there was a recall for the electronic throttle so that is the main reason I shy people away from those cars. Otherwise mechanically they are very very similar. As far as I know timing belt intervals were changed in 98 to every 75k miles so if you get one that has around 100k make sure it has been done then or otherwise you are going to have to do it soon. There should be a sticker on the timing belt cover(black cover on the passenger side of the engine) with the date and miles the belt was changed. If it isn't there look around the engine bay. It should be marked somewhere as any mechanic worth his weight should write it down somewhere in the engine bay. Hope fully the seller will know when it was changed anyway but just in case... As has been said don't jump on the first car you see. These cars have generally aged well and they are going for cheap right now. Some people seem to think because it is a Volvo it will run forever and therefore it is worth more than a similar car with the same miles. I see a lot of this dealing with local CLers. Don't let them push you around and make sure to ask the hard and important questions. These cars will run for 300k BUT you must be diligent with maintenance. Take care of the car and it will take care of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalfem Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Let me chime in. I may be from the midwest but I consider myself seasoned on these cars. 4800 should get you into a 98 S70 or V70 very easily. I got my mom into a 98 V70 XC for a little more than 4k with 100k miles. VERY nice ones will run you between 4500-6500 depending on the seller, miles, maintenance, and interior/exterior condition. Cars with blemishes here and there go for 3500-4500 with relatively low miles. The nice thing about these cars is that they have no major issues or fail points so if you are worried about something major being overlooked just because of the model don't be. 99-2000 a few things were changed and there was a recall for the electronic throttle so that is the main reason I shy people away from those cars. Otherwise mechanically they are very very similar. Wow good info....thanks so much As far as I know timing belt intervals were changed in 98 to every 75k miles so if you get one that has around 100k make sure it has been done then or otherwise you are going to have to do it soon. There should be a sticker on the timing belt cover(black cover on the passenger side of the engine) with the date and miles the belt was changed. If it isn't there look around the engine bay. It should be marked somewhere as any mechanic worth his weight should write it down somewhere in the engine bay. Hope fully the seller will know when it was changed anyway but just in case... As has been said don't jump on the first car you see. These cars have generally aged well and they are going for cheap right now. Some people seem to think because it is a Volvo it will run forever and therefore it is worth more than a similar car with the same miles. I see a lot of this dealing with local CLers. Don't let them push you around and make sure to ask the hard and important questions. These cars will run for 300k BUT you must be diligent with maintenance. Take care of the car and it will take care of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Tuna Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 As far as I know timing belt intervals were changed in 98 to every 75k miles so if you get one that has around 100k make sure it has been done then or otherwise you are going to have to do it soon. True, I mixed up 850 with 70 series intervals, Every 70k is correct. The ETM issues with a 99-00 car I guess is a bad point against the car just cause of the one time cost to replace the unit. However you said you were looking for 98's so I don't think this will concern you. The west coast market seams to be a little more inexpensive than cars from the NE just by seeing this above post. Cars that I would be looking at if I were you 98 S70's 94-97 850's S40/v40's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scandalo Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 I was more or less generalizing on costs. 4500 is the magic number for 100k-130k in good shape around here. I managed to get my moms wagon down from 4500 to 4000 with a little muscling. I have seen some dealerships ask 6500 but I know you wouldn't walk with that. I wanted her to buy a white XC with 100k and a charcoal SE interior (OMG hot) listed at 5k but she wasn't into it. No big tho. The seller had a lift for me to check out the driveshaft ect so that made easy about buying it. Like I said everyone thinks they are worth more than they are simply because it is a Volvo. Classic case of trying to get more money than something is worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Tuna Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Hahaha, I was agreeing with you, I just worded it wrong :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scandalo Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Sorry I was just trying to reiterate that 6500 is something I would not expect to pay. I think for the money Pam has set aside she should be able to get into something comfortable and have change to spare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burn-E Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 Stu (Scandalo) and Spence are right on target with their advice. I track the 98 S70 and V70s across the country on Craigslist, Cars.com, and Autotrader and you can consistently find a good car for $5000 with 90k to 130k miles on it. Dealers will try to charge substantially more. What's your budget for maintaining the car? In this range you will often see the need to redo brakes and suspension components as well as engine mounts if they haven't been fixed. All I'm saying is you should expect to spend ~$1200 per year in maintenance over the next couple of years if you're not doing the repairs yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scandalo Posted August 29, 2011 Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 4800 is her max. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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