im interested in buying a 98 v70r and was wondering if you guys could tell me what to look for an what the major issues with these cars are. the car has 176,xxx. thats about all i know right now.

 

Post your requust on the R forum (FWD/AWD) of Swedespeed. You'll find more people knowledgeable about Gen1 V70Rs.

Before you post a question on the site, go to the S70, V70 & V70XC (1998-2000) forum and check out the post titled S70, V70, V70XC Buying Guide: Links and Suggestions. It will answer many of your questions.

Then, if you still have questions, post your request on the R Forum.

 

Strut bushings, fuel filter, parking brake shoes (Yes, you have rear brake pads, but the parking brake shoes are under/inside of the rear rotors, and are independent of your ABS)
Head light wiper blades and blinker/ hazards like any other v70.
Remember that most people want to just put in 87 octane and drive, as well that after the warranty is over, oil changes become less often...... I will leave the oil choices out of my opinion statement.
Make sure the tires are all the same or you will have problems with your speed sensor and seeing the speedometer move on occasion.
The oil trap, the plastic tube as well brake, and there is the plastic vacuum line that goes to the intake that brakes.
Last thing I can think of is to check on when the timing belt was changed, otherwise, parts are parts and it depends on the maintenance.
I hope I helped.