Greetings! Looks like a great group here. I am retiring in a few weeks and had planned for a long time to get a high-class 'dream' auto for my golden years. 😀 I want a 3-row SUV and had been looking at the MB GL350, but the introduction of the T8 XC90 has really turned my head. Less $ by a little, and more features in a hybrid. I currently have a 2009 Buick Enclave, really nice but awful fuel economy and at 110,000 miles, repairs are getting too frequent.

My needs/wants are to be able to carry a still-large family, as well as hauling my astronomy gear on week-long star parties. I also enjoy long driving trips across country. I'd like all the safety and comfort features. Fuel economy would be nice too. I try to keep a car 7-10 years at about 20,000 miles per year, so durability and reliability are important. I'm working with a dealer now to spec out a vehicle, then do a final financial assessment before going ahead with a target acquisition of next Spring.

I've never had a Volvo, but have heard good things over the years. I'd appreciate any inputs or suggestions on my plan and how you think the new T8 would fit my dreams!

Wayne