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Opionions V70-XC70

posted by  someone claiming to be Hawkshaw on  Sun Mar 25 15:26 CST 2007 [RELATED]

I am thinking of buying a 2000 model with 70,000 miles for my daughter to take to college. The car is local to TN one owner, dealer serviced always.

We have had a 760 Turbo (1990) for the last 6 years and have loved it. It is just a little long in the tooth now (260,000 miles(.

Any thoughts are appreciated.

HAwk








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    Opionions V70-XC70

    posted by  KlausC on  Mon Mar 26 03:34 CST 2007
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    The 2000 models have only 2 major problems. The electronic throttle module, do a search on ETM, which is factory covered for 10 years or 200K miles, must be dealer serviced - no DIY.
    The other is the AC evaporator. They tend to start leaking after 5-7 years and are very expensive to replace, the entire dash must be removed just like the 240 heater core.
    If your daughter drives like mine, you will want a solar powered trickle charger that she can plug in when the car is going to sit for more than a week. Fairly cheap on Ebay and in the box at VW parts.

    Klaus
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    1975 164 w/174,800mi (Sold) 1995 850T w/91,000mi, 1998 V70R w/129,000mi








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    Opionions V70-XC70

    posted by  Jac912 on  Mon Mar 26 00:38 CST 2007
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    If the 760 is running well get it checked out by an independent that likes volvos ... he will no doubt pronounce it good for another 100k. A V70 will cost you $$$$ in repairs.








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      Opionions V70-XC70

      posted by  someone claiming to be Mikebox on  Thu Mar 29 02:43 CST 2007 [RELATED]

      Ok, I am probably asking for a sudden repair bill, lol but I think the v70 if it was reasonably taken care of would be a great car for her. My 98 v70 now has 110,000 miles; the only real expensive problem I have had over the years was a blown rear main oil seal (I probably could have avoided it had I been serious about cleaning and maintaing the PCV system). Anyhow otherwise, I service her regularly and of course buy tires and brakes etc--it has been a great car.

      BTW, the a/c evap issue has not affected me yet and I have several 70 series owners that have not had a problem. On the other had all of the 850s had this issue.

      best of luck on the decision.







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