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posted by  volvobub on  Mon Apr 21 21:18 CST 2003
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Kyle
BRAVO!! Thats alot of wisdom for a high school senior! You've stated what I havn't been able to beat into 30 and 40 something silicon valley engineers for literally 18 years.I can't tell you how many times I've had people bring me a car after purchasing it only to give them a $2000 list of things it needs.If the car looks absolutely PERFECT in every way and needs a trans reseal and engine harness (not a good 140 example but a good 240 example,you get the picture),toss in a ater pump and maybe a brake job and your up to a couple thousand in no time.Labor rates here are over $100 an hour with some dealers in San Francisco demanding $130 and up!!
A $65-$75 prepurchase inspection by a disinterested third party who knows volvos is the best investment you can make.
I've also been amazed at how much previous body damage and repair becomes evident with a car on the lift,a good light and the ability to walk around under it.We are at a disadvantage because volvos typically hold up well cosmetically.
I've seen people taken for some REAL money on 264's that sounded like they ran great and had a straight body and nice interior.It is their first volvo but everything seems in order except it needs a valve "adjustment".......YIKES!!





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