I had an 850 w/ 200K+, gave it to my wife who uses it locally. I had been driving a 4Runner and --- Ouch --- now that I'm driving 500 miles a week work-related, my lower back is killing due to funky lumbar issues with the seat. I just sat in the 850 and tried out some V70s and s60s and I'm totally going to get another wagon or possibly S60 sedan, otherwise I'll be hobbled over permanently in a month or two.

But: I do not want to have to deal with oil leaks such as the RMS issue that came up in the 850 after 110K, as I have asthma which is really set off by oil fumes burning on the manifold, etc. Reading the boards, it seems like most of the PCV issues were with the 850s and Generation 1 v70s. Supposing I get a 2002 or above v70 that isn't sludged-up, is the RMS problem not as much of an issue? Trying to find one for-sale-by-owner, but I might look at some dealers, although then it is hard to find oil leaks given the engine steam-cleaning. I am looking for a vehicle with not much more than 80K on it and have maybe 13K to spend... I also tried out an Acura, but the seats just aren't as comfy as in the Volvos. Thanks for your tips in advance. --Paul