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V70's and late 850's safety features 200 1993

posted by  jwalker on  Sun Sep 4 09:38 CST 2011
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Just to clarify the air bag info a bit...

Newer, larger and more electronically complex V70's (2001+) all have front, side and side curtain airbags at a minimum. My Dad was rear-ended in his 2001 V70 last year while pulled off the highway at approximately 65 mph and walked away with a minor cut and a sore neck. He didn't even have his seatbelt on. He had literally just stepped back into the car (fortunately)!! I'm damn glad he was in that car! BTW - Car was only marginally totalled. The frame was still straight.

Later 850's and the V70's through 2000 have front, side, SIPS and other safety features. After owning a 90 240 for 10 years, I bought a 95 855 (wagon) two years ago. So far it has been a terrific car! 850's and early V70's (850 frame) have less electronics and are more DIY friendly than the 2001+ cars. Plus I think they are more fun to drive..:)

Whatever you buy, make sure it has been maintained. Today's complex cars can't take neglect the way a 240, 740, 940 can.






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