I too have to question the arbitrary replacement of the mount and seat. From what I can see the rubber at the top of my struts looks new and there is no play when I bounce the suspension up and down. I recall replacing struts on other cars 1977 245 and 1983 633csi and even reused the old bolts without a problem. The bolts are cheap though and I will probably replace those and the seat. I only have 75K on the car (2000 v70) and the shocks and struts are a little soft but not nearly used up yet. I believe in heading off problems, but also in the old adage if it ain't broke don't fix it.

How do you get to the top of the rear shocks in the wagon? Does it unbolt from the top or bottom?

Thanks to all. Hope to get some more input on replacing the mounts and seats, particularly if anyone knows what the expected life of these parts is.

Gene