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What to fear from 850R 850

posted by  someone claiming to be steven on  Fri Dec 10 01:05 CST 2004 [RELATED]

Guys,

I am thinking of buying 850R wagon, 1996, auto transmission, 125 000km, single onwer, always garaged ... etc. Nice looking car(on picture). I have not driven the vehicle yet. Will drive it tomorrow. This is in Australia.
I don't have any experience with the 850 series. I am very familiar with 740 89 Turbo - my current car. The basic maintenance is relatively simple.
By reading the different postings I am getting the picture that:
a) (-)850 series are not as reliable as 2, 7 and 9 series
b) (-)the basic maitenace is more complicated and expensive
c) (+)they seem to be safer
d) (+)to some extend are more fun to drive.
Could you tell me what should I look for when choosing 850R (the hooligan Volvo) ?
I have read horror stories about the AC, shocks, bumpy ride, electricals, leaks, ... What are the risks ?
What is someone experience in switching from 7,9 series to 850 ? Is it worth moving to 850 ? Any 850 "gotchas" for novices ?
Any opinion will be greatly appreciated !!!

Regards Steven





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