There are a zillion V70s in Vermont, and I have one of them. It's a '98, base model, 125k. It's got minor dings in the fenders and such. Very reliable. Just brought it to a mechanic for passenger-front noise. He said it was the right sway bar link, so that's getting taken care of.

He also noted that there were other items to think about, etc. Both front struts are starting to leak, and one mount might need replacing. The trans. cooler line to the radiator has a drip. And the left rear park brake is grabbing.

I need advice on how much cash should I be throwing into this car, and which repairs might rule out keeping the car. (I did have the secondary air pump replaced two years ago.) I love the car. I dont commute to work with it but it's the car I like to drive.