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Considering purchase of AWD V70-XC70 1999

posted by  someone claiming to be Josiah on  Thu Aug 12 08:34 CST 2010 [RELATED]

I'm thinking about purchasing a 99 AWD V70. I have heard some rumblings that the AWD in 99 was a not so good a deal, but I'm not clear on why. I've also heard that it can be easily converted to a FWD by removing parts and that this will decrease weight and increase fuel efficiency.

I'm curious what exactly the concerns with the AWD system is and if they going FWD creates any further issues.

I'd also like to hear any general comments on what to be considering in a 99 S70. I've been told the power steering needs to be replaced and I felt that while driving the vehicle. What else should I look for or be aware of?

It has a problem where the back seat belts lock when put down and you have to unbolt them in order to get the belt to unlock and put the seat back in the upright position. What would it take to permanently fix this?






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