Hey, everyone -- thanks for the feedback. Just a quick update on my quest for the actual part. I won't get it until next week so no update on the actual fix-it.

MAIL ORDER VOLVO PARTS (available to anyone -- no code or other catch):
1) Keene Volvo was exceptionally nice, but said they don't do discounts, per se. (Did I imagine that?) "Retail is $105.60"
2) Beechmont (usually no charge for s/h!): "Retail is $115.44 and we substract 15% for mail order ... taking it down to $98.12."
3) Local dealer (no discount): "Retail is $98-something(?)"

* 4) Nils Sefeldt Volvo (Houston): "Retail is $98-something(?) and you get it for $73.73." This was (as usual) the best price. Also, they have Volvo oil filters for $5.91 and just $5.00 if you get 12 of them! They do charge shipping, but it is their actual UPS charges, I think (s/h for me was $12.50 for UPS to TN, and I got several other items).

Nevermind the big range in "retail price" from the different dealers -- I don't know how that's possible, unless they just set their own retail, based perhaps on Volvo's recommendations.

Phone numbers for you:
Nils Sefeldt (Mike is very helpful) 1-800-468-0041
Keene: 1-800-445-6171
Beechmont: 1-800-255-3601

My turn signal indicator snapped off too, I was just making a left hand turn - nothing too vigorous. I'm glad to read I'm not the only one - seems to be yet another 850 glitch (mine's a '94).
Had it repaired by dealer while I was replacing rear door panel and left side moulding (for the second time). Good luck

my daughter broke mine--said she was only signalling a turn--who knows. I had the dealer fix it I think for around $75. of course I said it was her fault, but maybe not? oh well........

My wife also broke hers, also was just signaling turn. Maybe some brave sole will start a post about things wives do....

Very easy to fix, my biggest issue is removing the cover because I needed a tool I didn't have. You'll find instructions for that at:

http://www.volvospeed.com/Repair/ignit_switch.htm

Note the need for an 8 inch 15 torx screwdriver required, you probably have the others needed.

The stalk was about $80-90 from dealer and took a day or two to come in. Just unscrew cover, unscrew & unplug old, plug and screw in new, replace cover. 1/2 hour job if you follow union rules and take a break.

Good luck!