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my 850s getting to the end? 850

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posted by  alschnertz on  Wed Dec 21 06:47 CST 2011
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I'd agree that most replacement parts lately are inferior to original equipment. It's a shame and in some cases a sham.

If you are able, stick with standard maintenance issues and address failures as they come. If you've lost confidence in your car, sell it. It's a terrible feeling to wonder whether your family will make it to their destination, although it can be exhilarating if you make it when you thought you wouldn't!

Besides, changing parts just for the sake of changing parts will put you in the poor-house quickly. I have added 2 FWD Volvos (850 & S40) to the fleet recently and am astonished how expensive parts are for these cars compared to my trusty RWD models. Sheesh! 200 bucks for oil lines? 200 bucks for a heater core and appurtenant equip.? 400 - 500 for an exhaust system? Etc., etc. That has been disappointing.
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Your car has brakes, not breaks






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