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Re: Hello: [newsue]
by lancerfixer
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Aug 09, 2005 (7:15 pm)
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Replying to: newsue (Aug 09, 2005 11:25 am)
Low profile tires are tires without a lot of sidewall between the edge of the rim and the ground...like most sports cars (or Volvo's R models.) An XC70 would not fit in this category.
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- #751 of 803
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Re: Reality Check Please.. [dina33]
by sf_sienna
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Sep 01, 2005 (10:32 am)
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Replying to: dina33 (Jul 19, 2005 9:55 pm)
I suppose I'm a little late in adding my two cents. I have a '99 V70XC that's had a ton of problems (see my previous posts) and a 2004 Sienna XLE that's performed nearly flawlessly (as I expected). We find the XC to be pretty tight for longer trips but we compensated by adding a cargo box which works well -- we have a 5 yr old and a 3 yr old. We have the 3rd row seat but have only used it two or three times since it eliminates all cargo space -- my kids do love it. The Sienna is so comfortable and roomy and handles well enough except in rainy weather were the XC is far superior. The Volvo AWD system performs very well although I don't really have anything to compare it to since I've never owned or driven any other AWD/4WD vehicle. The AWD feels heavy and a little sluggish compared to the standard FWD V70 -- we were between the two when we were looking. If I could only have one of these two vehicles I would chose the Sienna for it's higher reliability, roominess, and gas mileage -- yes, the Sienna gets much better mileage than the XC. I would guess a FWD V70 would get better mileage than our AWD model. But, if your priority is 'fun to drive' then the V70 would be a better choice. By the way, when we bought the XC in 1999 just before our first daughter was born the XC was a compromise -- she wanted a Jetta or Passat and I wanted a minivan (Odyssey). In 2003 she decided she needed a minivan and now she loves it. She was the type that swore she would never drive a minivan -- her previous car was a Miata -- how things change!
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- #752 of 803
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'05 V70 2.5T Pricing - Ready to Buy
by rtky
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Sep 22, 2005 (10:56 am)
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Hi Gang,
Tell me what you think please.
'05 2.5t V70
Silver Metallic
Prem
Conv
Clim
$30335 + TTL of 1877
Will be making a decision in the next two days.
Thanks in advance
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- #753 of 803
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buying a used v70
by yogi8
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Sep 25, 2005 (7:21 am)
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I have been looking for a used v70 wagon and it seems like there are alot out there with low mileage. Are these being unloaded by unhappy owners? I'm wondering if I should reconsider?
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- #754 of 803
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Re: buying a used v70 [yogi8]
by volvomax
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Sep 26, 2005 (8:30 am)
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Replying to: yogi8 (Sep 25, 2005 7:21 am)
What model years?
If it is an 04 or 05 chances are it was in rental service.
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- #755 of 803
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2003 Volvo XC70
by edsims
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Oct 01, 2005 (3:23 pm)
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I'm looking to buy either a 2002 XC 70 or 2003 XC 70. There aren't many 2003's on the used car market. Does anyone know why ?
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Re: 2003 Volvo XC70 [edsims]
by volvomax
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Oct 07, 2005 (2:26 pm)
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Replying to: edsims (Oct 01, 2005 3:23 pm)
Basically, its too soon for them.
Most used Volvo's are lease returns.
2001 and 2002 are coming back now.
If someone bought an XC70 as opposed to leasing it they bought it to keep it.
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- #757 of 803
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considering a v70 xc
by jaybirds
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Oct 21, 2005 (4:53 pm)
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My wife and I are considering a 2004 v70 xc with 12,500 miles on it for $26,500.
We really like the car, but know nothing about volvos. I drive an Acura and she drove a Pontiac Vibe until it was totaled last week. Is the volvo a good car? Is the up keep really expensive? I have heard mixed reviews on this site and I am a little concerned. Any help you can give us is appreciated. Our other choices are a Honda CRV and a Pontiac Torrent. The volvo is on my friends Chevy lot.
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Re: considering a v70 xc [jaybirds]
by jrkont
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Oct 22, 2005 (5:25 am)
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Replying to: jaybirds (Oct 21, 2005 4:53 pm)
I have a 2004 V70 2.5T (my first Volvo) and have been completely satisfied with it. It has performed flawlessly so far and is easily the best car I've ever owned. Maintenance wise, I guess it's a bit early to judge on costs, but I would advise, before purchasing a Volvo, to be sure there are several dealers or independent Volvo service options in your area to choose from. Labor costs are sky high these days, so it helps if you can shop around for the lowest cost fix when that time comes.
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