I'm considering the purchase of a 2003 V70 non-turbo with 150,000 miles on it. The car is in excellent condition except for a few issues. I wondered what the associated costs are in correcting these things as it would likely be a negotiating item at purchase.

1.) The current owner doesn't have info on when the timing belt was last replaced. I'm thinking it may need to be replaced as a precaution.

2.) The RH CV boot leaks lubricant.

3.) The digital clock freaks out. When you first start the car, the clock rapidly scrolls forward as though someone is holding the adjustment knob. The owner says it quits scrolling after you drive for a while.

Can someone give me ballpark estimates for these repairs or are they DIY type repairs for a fairly adept shade tree mechanic. Any special tools required? Thanks.

The timing belt/tensioner is good for 105K miles. You do the math.

Replace the axle if the boot is leaking. You can wait until it gets warmer if you like, it takes a while for the CV joint to start making noises. OEM is expensive, labor is about 1 hour.

The clock is probably indicitive of a DIM malfunction, live with it or replace/upgrade the DIM using www.xemodex.com for your best price.

Klaus
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Always willing to listen, just not able to take direction.

Thanks again, Klaus.