KB, thanks for your prompt response to my questions from your original post. I greatly appreciate your thoughts and suggestions.
I am going to test drive another '01 HPT convertible today and try to make a comparison with my experience of last Friday.
BTW, do you have a membership to the UK Volvo Club that you referenced in your response? I attempted to access this web site but it appears that it is "Members Only" and it seems that Volvo ownership is not enough to become a member but that an application and fees/dues are required?
Also, do you know Lee Cordner, the President of the VCOA. Lee lives in Marin County and writes a great column for Rolling Magazine. I think, like you, he has at least three Volvos and really knows what he is talking about.
Thanks again for your thoughts and I will let you know what I decide to do about my convertible purchase. I have a feeling that I am going to do this and will not be unhappy. Fred.
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