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If you are just getting into this, taking a class, I would go with Craftsman. They are not what they used to be but they are good enough and better made than Harbor Freight.
I've got Craftsman tools that I bought in the mid 70's. I think the only thing that ever "broke" was the ratching mechanism on a 3/8" ratchet. But they have a kit to fix that.
You need to get Metric tools to work on a Volvo. Get 6pt sockets instead of 12pt.
Keep in mind that you are not going to be using these tools every day. I've got wrenchs and socket sizes that I use a couple of times a year.
Craftsman are good enough and you can get deals on Sets - which is the way to go.
About 6 months before Sears gave up the ghost, I bought a full set of 3/8" drive 6pt metric sockets with ratchet for under $35. And a full set of metric wrenches for $25. (sized 10mm to 19mm)
I don't know who bought the brand from Sears, Black and Decker or DeWalt ...you can look it up. Plus they are now sold in places like Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Lowes---all competing for your dollars, so you no longer have to wait for the Sears store to run a sale.
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