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Thinking about an S60 850

Hi everybody!

I'm really getting to enjoy this forum and have another question. I currently drive a 94 850 turbo and am going to pass it on to my wife to replace her very rusty 87 240 DL. I am thinking of buying a used S60 and would like to hear some experienced input from anyone interested in replying. My love for driving a VOLVO seems to take priority over the maintenance nightmares they can be, however I would like to hear as much good and bad info as possible.
My budget will allow for between 30 and 35k CDN.

Thanks,

Geoff








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Thinking about an S60 850

My wife has a 2001. I actually like the size and in town driving more than my V70T5 as it seems just the right size vehicle for everyday driving.
However, make sure to get a turbo engine as even she thinks its underpowered (she has the smallest engine).
Very disappointed with the dealer service level, to point of considering other brands for next car. No hurry yet.
She's had a few finicky problems with service lights and such.
No major mechanical issues at ~ 40K miles.

Good luck!







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