About 6 months ago I took over driving my wife's 2003 XC 70 (got her a new Volvo).
The car only has about 135K miles, uses no oil and has no performance issues.
The only work I have done is replace the rear springs and shocks(since I have been driving the car).
The front struts/shocks and possibly the springs should be repaced. I
I have been quoted $1200 to 1500 depending on if the springs need to be replaced. I do not mind this expense if it seems reasonable To expect another 40-50K miles out of the car.

My Question: What is the history of the turbo in this vintage volvo??
I have driven several Volvo's over 200K all were non-turbo models.
Thx.
Art

The turbos last a good long time. Don't worry about it.

I am surprised that the rear springs were replaced, was the car sagging?

The front shocks do need replacing at this mileage, along with the rubber parts. I would be hesitant to replace the springs. Mechanics always over charge when it comes to brakes and struts/shocks. I wonder why?
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Keeping it running is better than buying new

Thanks for the feedback..... I will keep the 2003 running.

The rear springs were badly pitted and rusted, when it was called to my attention, while getting the rear shocks replaced. I threw the question of the front springs into the mix, because I had the drivers side spring break on my 2004, V70 at 150K. I will inspect the springs before going forward with the work.

Thank for the responses on the Turbo....
Art

If you decide to replace both struts and springs you can buy pre-assembled strut/spring packages from some of the parts houses like FCP. Saves you the work and paranoia of using a spring compressor. Not sure what brands are available if you go that route.
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Current rides: 2005 Volvo S80 2.5T, 2003 Volvo V70 2.4NA, 1973 Volvo 1800ES (getting ever closer to road worthiness)

I have a 2007 xc70 turbo with 252,000 miles. I have had no trouble at all with the turbo (I hope this does not jinx me). Biggest problems were putting in a rebuilt drive shaft and a ball joint.