Hi,
I'm in the market for a used car and love the looks of the C30 (I already have a XC70) to have a smaller car replacing a VW GTI I had. Before I dive in I have a few questions..... I'm concerned that since it's no longer made I might have parts trouble? How much life is left in a C30 with 90k or 100k miles on it..?
Any lastly, are there any things to look out for, or known potential problems?

Thanks for any input, I appreciate it!

Alan.

 

I have 2008 one since day one. Is a beautiful car and one of kind. Mine has 95k miles on it It has been a good car. But at that mileage anything can go wrong. If you can buy it for a $1000 or two, I would say do it.

 

Make sure that it has been serviced correctly with an oil and filter change annually and it will be good for at least 150,000 miles.

If it's a diesel check if it is fitted with a DPF filter........ If so it will need to be replaced at 100,000 miles / 10 years and it's an expensive job.

Otherwise, go for it. They are superb cars which still look good and are solidly built.






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A modern-day car with 100,000 miles on it should not be a problem PROVIDED you have written proof of annual engine oil and filter changes.

With this in mind you should be ok for another 50,000 miles.

A C30 diesel at 100,000 miles requires a new DPF filter to be fitted. Price this up at a dealer and check if you would be prepared to pay for this.

Otherwise, it's a reliable car and a solid buy.

 

you won't have issues sourcing parts for a long time. Most of the wear items are shared with other models.