Looking into getting an 04 S60R manual. What should I look for? Pros/cons? Thanks everyone! I'd really like to get one with the appearence package then paint the side moldings to match the color of the exterior (unless it's black and the work is done for me lol)

 

Welcome to the forum, I wish you find it helpful & enjoyable.

As I'm not privy to the S60 series, my reply would be based on the general knowledge.

Look for one with:
- Full maintenance history.
- Low mileage.
- Overall cleanliness on both the exterior & interior, as well as the engine bay.
- Test drive, of course.
- Take it to your mechanic before paying, preferably a MasterASE Technician at independent shops specialising in Swedish/European makes.
- Expect $500 to $1,000 for initial servicing, parts alone. The number could be more or less, depending on the condition.

Make sure that the timing belt & related components (if so equipped) have been done at recommended intervals. If not done on time/in the last 5 years, it should be your top priority.

I wish you luck finding a good S60.


JPN

 

Thank you JPN! I will most definetly check those things.

 

JPN hassome good advice.
With this modelI havesome addtional concerns:
Be aware of the cost of ownership with this model.In example anO.E. headlight is about $750,a shock,about the same.
Because of the manual trans aprevious driver could have done a lot ofdamage to the drivetrain. Check for cracking on top of the angle gear. How does that clutch feel? Try really taking off in first gear and you'll know what I mean.
Have you driven this car?How does it feel?
In my humbleopion you should evalute the the cost of a T5 plus upgrades vs. an R. I have had the pleasure ofdriving T5's with some professional, well done upgrades, and I prefered it to the R. I didn't miss those 3 extra buttons on the dash at all.
HappyHunting.