Hello all,
After some deep thought and much pondering I've come to the conclusion that its time to let the 850 go. I'm shopping around for something around the 4-6k range and the s60 fits right into my price range.
The main reason for the change is that I'm trying to keep from spending money "suping" up a dd. I dropped a k in cosmetic upgrades for the 850 and its nowhere near where i want it to be. Basically, I'm at the point now that if i want to go fast i'll just buy a sports car.

I'm looking around for info but i figured the direct approach works too. So with that said... I'm looking to purchase an '01-'04 S60. Can anyone tell me anything particular to be on the look out for?

I hear the 01-02 trannies are junk and that the 01's have the ETM and its prone to problems.
How true is this and what else should i be looking for?
According to wiki there is a 2.4T and a 2.3T5..besides the horsepower is there any real difference?


Thanks all

 

Don't buy a 01 or 02 (or 03 IMO). I have an 01 T5. Tranny sucks and the ETM failed.

 

i have an 02 T5 Manual - its bullet proof.

 

I have an 01, I've put 165k on it. Only one problem ever. Bad wheel bearing. Have an 08 now, its been good so far...knock on wood.

 

I have 04 2.5t with 60K on it no problems

 

I think we have the same car. Not model because I don't have a T5, but everything I ever want to say about my car is the same as what you post!

Sorry your tranny sucks. I'm with ya on that.

 

01 tranny was impacted heavily by programming issues and a b4 servo issue. You should be fine on any after an 01 or early build 02.