I joined the forum after browsing the content and seeing a lot of good advice. Yet, I'm looking for some newbie info as I'm considering my first Volvo purchase. I'm looking at a 02 S60, non-turbo, FWD, auto trans. The seller is the second owner, who bought it in 2005. There's 82K miles on it, but mostly those are short distance commuting miles, not highway. I spoke to the owners mechanic, who noted there was very regular mx completed, which was verified in the Carfax.

I'm going to look at it tomorrow and would appreciate any pre-buy pointers from this group.

In advance - thanks for your help!

 

Welcome to the Forum.

The S60 non-turbo is basically bullet proof and with only 82K miles on it, it is also still a baby in the Volvo world.

Also, being you have already looked at the carfax and spoke with the mechanic, you have already done all the homework you need to do. All I can say is still look the car over very well and give it a good test drive. If everything looks good and feels right, I see know reason why you should not grab it up.

 

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Thanks. Took a good look at it, including the mx records, and took it for drive. I was glad to see the mx included not only oil changes, but also tranny flush, brake replacements, light bulbs, etc...looks to have been regularly maintained. No issues noted except a damaged heat sheild underneath (scape from a speed bump or somthing). Needs to pass the wife's inspection tomorrow, but likely to buy!

 

The most important inspection of all...hope it all goes well, post some pictures if you end up getting it.

 

Ever since I bought my 96 850 a year ago, I've never enjoyed another car. Volvos are known for lasting forever and having great safety ratings. If your wife says OK, I'd get it. You'll probably never want another car that Volvo again.

 

That is awesome that you like it so much. I know the wife will approve because it is safe and reliable and that is all most women want most.

 

I don't know fcpgroton, my gf cares mostly about the hp and torque...oh, and the radio

 

Well....the wife approved and we're the new owners of an 02 S60!! Thanks for your pointers and response. I look forward to visiting the forum often.

 

Awesome, be sure to post some pictures

 

Welcome to the forum.
I have an 02 S60, 110K and still going strong.