ORIGINAL: Volvo Vic

Hey guys. When you check out a used 960 that you're thinking about buying, what do you look for? I'm asking this question, because I'm a Volvo newbie and I found a 97, 960 that I'd like to buy. I've seen a ton of pictures of it, both inside and out and from what I've seen, it's a really clean car. I already checked the door upholstry on the window sills and it's fine (no wrinkles).

From doing some research on these cars, I already know to check the condition of the catalytic convertor (because they're so expensive to replace), to check the moonroof for leaks (a common problem with these cars, from what I've read), to check the function of all the electrical components (like power seats, mirrors, etc.), but I think I read somewhere that it's a good idea when evaluating these cars, to turn the a/c on full blast and then accelerate the car hard. If the a/c cuts out, you know you have an expensive problem. If the a/c cuts out when you do this test, wouldn't that just mean you have a bad WOT switch, or would it mean an expensive a/c system repair?

Is there anything else you normally check on these cars, that's not common sense? I know to check the normal run of the mill things, like engine condition, etc.

Thanks in advance for any tips, or help.

Vic