Hi,

Apologies if this is the incorrect forum. I am considering buying a used 1998 V90 with only 24,000 miles. With cloth seats and the rest of the V90's standard option lineup, is this a good price at $13,599?

According to KellyBlueBook, it is a fair and reasonable price. My question to the swedespeed people is what kinds of things should I be looking at before deciding to buy this car?

The Maintenance FAQ on this board has been impressive and makes me somewhat nervous! I must admit I am emotionally into the Volvo line -- whenever I would rent a car on business in the late nineties, I always tried to get the 850 wagon. And so I want to ensure my head agrees with my heart on this purchase.

What are typicall repair costs for the V90?

How much work can realistically be performed by a weekend mechanic?

What usually breaks first and fastest on this model and year?

Why did ConsumerReports list this car as one to avoid for reliability reasons?
(consumerreports.com, used cars to avoid)

How is the rust protection on these vehicles?

The vehicle spent its first 4 years in Florida and its next two in Virignia. Are there specific climate issues I should consider/examine? (I live in NC).

Thanks!
Chris.