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If you buy anything used, a VW, BMW, Mercedes, V70 or XC70 with 100k-150k even with records, you will encounter a bunch of wear items that'll require replacement just like a 150k miles 240. Engine gaskets, O2 sensors (you may have at least two or four on newer cars, suspension bushes, shocks, brakes, engine gaskets, and so on and on and on and at 90-150$ an hour labor + repair facility parts markup, well, then. These newer cars (including the newer Vorvos) are not as simple or accessible for home mechanic servicing.
Ever need to replace a Haldex AWD transfer case or cv joint? Such a flarbing joy. You have to race at breakneck speed to keep up with the specialty tools now a dayze.
If you can afford the greater wear item expense on these newer cars, than you have greater peace and comfort with newer auto amenities, like eight tee vee screens; each with unique programming.
I have to say, however, there was a 1978 Mercedes sedan at the Pull and Save (or you Wrench your Wynche or U-Pull-Your-Pud). The rear suspension was so simple. On a mid-1990s 7-series BMW, the front strut dampener was not inside the coil spring. At least BMW stays with the I-6.
So, I may be considering a move to a BMW, a late 1970s BMW, tho. The 3.3 liter I-6 is just too nice in that 6 series. Cast iron alloy head and block.
cheers,
Volvo "Buttermilk" MacDuff
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