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#257 of 491 by jrosasmc Sep 26, 2002 (4:30 pm)
Thanks, Frederick. I have to ask, though: Is your '96 850 wagon a 5-speed?
#258 of 491 850 tranny by nastiestvolvo Oct 11, 2002 (7:22 pm)
It is true.. 1993 volvo 850 had transmission problems. i work at the dealer and volvo did honor the claims on the 850.. it was a recall becuase the sensor in it was bad. I had a 93 850 and got screwed becuase the tranny died after the warentee was done.. But it's not a myth, but fact that the 93 850 had problems. when it came to 94 it was ok...
#259 of 491 850 Oxygen Sensors & Strut Mount by khoon Feb 19, 2003 (8:18 am)
I have a '95 850 GLT the left front strut mount needs replacement - dealer's asking for $325. Also, the Check Engine light is on and the dealer wants $600 to replace 2 oxygen sensors.   Has anyone had similar issues with their Volvos? Also, I'd greatly appreciate a Volvo mechanic recommendation in the N. Jersey area.
#260 of 491 Hi khoon- 850 Oxygen Sensors & Strut Mount by revka Feb 19, 2003 (9:30 am)
Sorry to hear about your Volvo 850 problems. You may also want to copy/paste your message into our Maintenance & Repair Board, Volvo Problems and/or Volvo Owner's club - Problems & Solutions discussions. Good luck, and please keep us posted on your situation.   Revka Hatchbacks & Wagons Host
#261 of 491 Shinny happy people by FREDERICK Apr 10, 2003 (5:32 am)
96 850 base w/ auto. No worries man.....75K miles and still quite a ride.   A current niggle: I get a weird pulsing of what seems like the rear brakes maybe a couple of times a month. Since we moved to S.F. and of course we live on a major hill. This always seems to happen when I am coming down this steep hill and I step on the brake. I hear a deep tone hum from the brakes before I stop. The car stops no problem but it seems a little weird. ABS demon at work? Who knows.....I had a complete rotor and pad replacement on the front maybe 12K miles ago.   Any ideas?   U would not believe how many Volvo owners live in this city. Well, maybe U would but it's still cool.   Peace
#262 of 491 no clue by 4kids2 Apr 11, 2003 (1:40 pm)
Am currently interested in 960 GLT wagon had 155k asking $6800. Here's my question. What kind of problems am I supposed to be aware off and is it costly to maintain this a type of car? Planning to buy this for my daughter for her graduation present. I've been avoiding this type of vehicle because of the many horror cost of maintenance. Since this is built like a tank which is one of my reason why am interested. Any opinions greatly appreciated.
#263 of 491 No Clue by FREDERICK Apr 13, 2003 (12:07 am)
First off U need to realize that the 960 is a six cyl. rear wheel drive wagon. There is a forum all about them right here for U to read. The car is a tank and from what I have read it drives like one too.   GLT......to my knowledge they never made a turbo version on the 960.......anyway make sure your daughter has a decent income because at 144K miles she will pay Euro prices for any repairs she might incure. Great car.....have a friend with one and no real problems.   later,
#264 of 491 To 4kids2- 960 Volvo by revka Apr 13, 2003 (7:31 am)
Here's a direct link to our Volvo 960 discussion.   Also, if you plug your vehicle into Edmunds' Maintenance Guide, you can search for TSB's (technical service bulletins) and Manufacturer suggested maintenance schedules plus costs.... Good luck and please keep us posted on your purchase.   To Frederick- Thanks for your feedback.   Revka Host Hatchbacks & Wagons Boards
#265 of 491 Re:Fredericks brakes, "960GLT" by volvomax Apr 18, 2003 (6:03 pm)
Prob the ABS at work. Going down hill the weight shifts to the front wheels, the rear wheels can then lock up easier. The pulse is what your feeling with the abs cycling.   As with any old car, look at the maintenance records. Timing belts on those old cars were every 60-80,000 miles depending on model and year. Engines are very robust, electronic failures are the most common thing. If the car has been well maintained I wouldn't be afraid of it.
#266 of 491 Demon dispelled.... by FREDERICK Apr 23, 2003 (3:28 am)
Thnx-   All my fears are gone. Now I just have to pay for the 80K scheduled maintenance.

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