Like the title says, can anyone give me the opinion on an S60. Specifically any years that are more desirable than others, years to avoid, common issues, etc.

The reason I ask is that my wife wants to replace her 2001 XC-70 in the spring and she really wants an S60. Budget is going to be around 15K, so.... We are looking at 2005 and up right now. I would LOVE to put her in an R, but moneywise........you know.

We have had Volvo's for years and currently have the XC and an 850 Turbo, so I am no stranger to them. I also do 90% of my own work on them.

Thanks for any advice. And yes, before anyone says it, I did do a search, but did not come up with any specific recommendations.

Again, Thanks.

Glenn

 

I heard that some of the 01's have transmission issues.

 

Consumer Reports says the '06 FWD is a good and "approved" choice. I have a 2006 S60 2.5T, purchased new and it just turned 277,000 kms. Totally trouble free, I run synthetic oil and change it every 12,000 kms. I always service it at Volvo as I have a dealer within 2 kms from my office, BTW, I clock nearly 300 kms on daily commute and this is my 5th Volvo.It has proven to be reliable, fun to drive and fairly economical to operate, enjoy.

 

I have a 2005 S60R w/47k. Drk blue ext.Navy int. Very clean.Would consider selling and possibly taking partial trade.