I cannot speak for the deal that you are getting but can talk a bit about my 99 S80 T6. I purchased it with 34K miles. Since then I have had a shimmy in the front end that gets worse as my tires wear down. I had to have the driver side window put back on track. I had to tighten the driver side door hinge. I had to have the sunroof adjust because it was not closing correctly. I have had the top motor mounts replaced. I have a bad ABS module that I am about to replace ( Can someone tell me where this is located on the car?) The other thing is that the plastic "crap" right above the doors fades quickly.

I drive alot of highway miles and love the comfort of the seats and all of the amenities (sp?). I have had to do more little repairs than I would have expected. I previously drove a Honda Accord and hated the seats. I can say however that I never had to do anything to the Honda except change the oil. As much as I love the power and comfort, I doubt that I will be in a Volvo next time around. Good luck!

I did the same thing recently (bought a 99 S80 T6, 55k miles, $24k, 100k mile warranty, car is very clean, in excellent shape). My car has had all the recall items, retrofits, etc. done. I do most of my own maintenance, I figure the warranty will cover me for anything big.

If you like the car, it's in good shape, and you feel good about the deal, go for it. Be sure you get the maintenace records, though, to be sure that the recall items, retrofits, etc. have been done, and that the car has had decent care.

I have had several 940-class Volvos, and I don't mind doing as much of my own work as my tools and expertise will allow me to do. Generally, the people who are at the complete mercy of the dealer will have less positive things to say about this car (I hope I don't have to eat my words later!!!).

Don't do it - at any price. You lose.

Is the price you are quoting US dollars?

I would offer 20K with all four tires replaced, and walk out. I bet you get a call the next day from the Salesman saying it's a done deal!

It's generally agreed upon by Volvo fans to stay away from '99 S80s...their poor repair record says it all. The S80 otherwise is a great car...just get a newer model...any year.

NEW 2002 S80T6

From Cars Direct.com

MSRP Price: $43,725
Invoice Price: $41,389

"Guaranteed" price: $36,689

You can often do better if you're a sharp negotiator.

About the 1999s which are the first year of S80 production, for the first couple of years of any new Volvo model the buyers wind up being unpaid test drivers for the factory. Both anecdotes and logic would suggest that they're further along on the learning curve with respect to bolting them together now.

Consumer Reports has the '99-00 S80 on it's "Used Cars to Avoid" list.

I've had S80s a service loaners and I think they're awfully nice but I would not buy a '99 S80 myself.

Good luck!