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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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thanks for the info!!
by jaybirds
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Oct 22, 2005 (8:35 am)
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Thanks for the response, it makes my decision a little easier. We are probably going to get the car. There is a volvo dealer down the street, but he wants about $4000 more for the same car with 6000 more miles. However, the car at the volvo dealer is certified. I guess that probably makes a big difference?
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Rust question
by sbenson
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Oct 22, 2005 (3:18 pm)
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We just bought a 2004 XC70 a month ago and are very pleased with it. Our local Volvo dealer offers free car washes, but their car wash does not have a great underbody flush. Living in Minnesota, I'm a little worried about this causing the car to rust prematurely.
I believe the car has an eight year no rust warranty, but I certainly don't want to expedite the rusting process by not washing it well. Any comments on the need to have a good underbody flush?
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Re: considering a v70 xc [jaybirds]
by jaybirds
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Oct 25, 2005 (3:37 pm)
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Replying to: jaybirds (Oct 21, 2005 4:53 pm)
We bought our Volvo Saturday. So far it seems like a great car. Smooth ride, great power, and nice brakes. We are considering the extended warranty. Has anyone else purchased this? Is it worth it? Thanks for the replies thus far.
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Re: considering a v70 xc [jaybirds]
by volvomax
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Oct 26, 2005 (8:46 am)
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Replying to: jaybirds (Oct 25, 2005 3:37 pm)
If it is the Volvo VIP warranty it is a good one.
If you are going to keep the car well past the factory warranty period you should consider getting the VIP.
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XC70 fuel economy?
by fmarti
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Oct 30, 2005 (1:03 pm)
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I'm considering a XC70. My local dealer claims 28 mpg on the road (I live in a rural area, rarely in town) at highway speeds. Is he accurate?
Thanks, Barbarossa
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Re: XC70 fuel economy? [fmarti]
by atouch
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Oct 30, 2005 (11:00 pm)
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Replying to: fmarti (Oct 30, 2005 1:03 pm)
We have an older XC70. It will get 24 mpg on a trip consisting of principally freeway driving. But because of the AWD drive feature, it is tough to get more than about 17 around town.
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Re: XC70 fuel economy? [fmarti]
by volvomax
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Oct 31, 2005 (8:52 am)
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Replying to: fmarti (Oct 30, 2005 1:03 pm)
28 is pushing it a bit. 26 is probably more realistic.
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Re: XC70 fuel economy? [fmarti]
by jaybirds
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Nov 08, 2005 (8:53 pm)
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Replying to: fmarti (Oct 30, 2005 1:03 pm)
I have only had mine for a few weeks, but the Consumer Reports 2005 claims overall mileage at 18, city/highway at 12/26, and 150 mile road trip at 22. I would have to agree with these numbers so far. The car is CR recommended for 2005. I have a simple question, I know the owners manual calls for premium fuel, but at $45 a fill up this is a little steep. Is anyone using mid grade, does this cause problems?
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Re: XC70 fuel economy? [jaybirds]
by pilotpat
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Nov 09, 2005 (8:42 pm)
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Replying to: jaybirds (Nov 08, 2005 8:53 pm)
The owner's manual says 87 minimum. My brother's been driving his V70 (non turbo) for 120k on 87, using premium on highway trips, with no problems at all.
I plan to do the same when we get ours this Spring.
Hope this helps.
Pat
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