My wife`s `03 XC70 tranny is "heading south' with increasing shift flare tho` the fluid has been changed & B4 servo cover replaced. The transmission shifted much better for about 2 months but it was temporary. Last week we took it in to the dealer for a tranny software upgrade but were told that the car needs a new transmission.
A friend has an `04 XC70 with 180K for sale @ $3K. It needs some work; front end( tie rod ends) & bevel gear seals. The Tbelt/water pump was replaced @ 120K.
I haven`t driven the car yet as he`s out of town for two weeks but according to him, everything else is in good condition. Our plan is to drive this car(if we buy it!) for a year or so until we can afford a much newer Volvo.
Any advice/perspectives are, as always, welcome.
Rich
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