Volvo

Hi all, I currently own a 1993 Volvo 940 with 137,000 miles and a 1998 Volvo V70XC with 134,000 miles. My grandfather is cancelling his drivers' license and wants to give us a loaded (even the digital dash) 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Bayshore with only 65,000 miles and no major repairs ever. I absolutely love this car, but my wife isn't so sold.

We can also only afford to own two cars; it wouldn't be economically practical for us to own three with only two drivers. Their gas mileage is all about equal; so is the insurance cost. My question is: Should I take the Mercury? If so, which Volvo should I get rid of? The V70 has insanely high repair bills but, it is a wagon, so it's good for occasional trips. The 940 is my wife's favorite, and is essentially bulletproof -- no major repairs ever. The Mercury is one of my favorite cars of all time, plus it's soooo comfortable and repairs (if we ever need them) are generally cheap.

So...again...Which TWO should stay?

2007-02-09 00:17:11 · 8 answers · asked by senior07 2

Took to mechanic. He said relay to power windows had melted wires (relay under dash). Melted wires go into wire harness. Has anyone had a similar problem? Any Volvo mechanics out there?

2007-02-08 13:37:51 · 2 answers · asked by the mazda mechanic 4

2007-02-07 05:30:31 · 6 answers · asked by szccdw2007 2

i need to know how to reset the lights or make them go away. I have the power steering light on then the stc service required and the emission required. All the lights turn on at the same time. Was wondering what is wrong. Dont want to take to dealer because they will make me bankrupt this time for sure. Serious answers only please.

2007-02-04 09:30:40 · 4 answers · asked by fastacc0rd 2

2007-02-02 14:37:14 · 3 answers · asked by woods369 1

I own a classic 1970 Volvo 144s. It is a four door with all original interior (with exception of stereo). Still own original stereo however. What is a car like that worth? Excellent cond. Kept in garage.

2007-02-02 12:19:42 · 4 answers · asked by kuhntech 2

What are the maintenance cost in the U.S. on the 2004+ Volvo S40? I was looking at Audi and BMW but they have such high costs if parts get broken, and things do go wrong fairly easily on those brands I've heard. I've also heard that Volvos last forever, so let me know maintenance and repair costs and dependability.

2007-02-02 01:18:05 · 2 answers · asked by jmaxthemonster 2

Getting this car serviced by another garage, and Volvo dealership is refusing to , or tell me how to, cancel the light. Can anyone please help?

2007-01-31 23:23:28 · 8 answers · asked by Theoc 1

Preferably in the US so that way shipping isn't so much. I've tried Googleing it and I havent gotten anything substancial. Any suggestions?

2007-01-29 05:54:44 · 6 answers · asked by huah13 2

The car runs great but the body is semi-crappy thanks to a delivery truck backing into me last year. My main confusion is whether it's being a stick makes it worth more ... or less. There seem to not be very many of them around. I'm only the second owner of the car and hate to part with it, but it's time to move on. Ideas?

2007-01-28 17:21:41 · 7 answers · asked by memphis77 1

2007-01-28 07:49:08 · 8 answers · asked by ? 5

Also, with 91K mileage what are the things that need to be changed soon? Such as timing belt, tyres, etc.. Thanks for your help.

2007-01-27 22:22:35 · 7 answers · asked by CCFZ 1

2007-01-27 03:47:15 · 6 answers · asked by Margaret W 2

2007-01-27 03:25:57 · 7 answers · asked by mrs apps 2

During the passed few weeks a small orange light in my dashboard has turned on and the car is having a hard time warming up according to the thermometer, this light has a small snowflake picture next to it. What does this mean, and how can i fix it? Thank you

2007-01-24 10:15:07 · 9 answers · asked by ? 1

let me know volvo bus fares of any other travels for the same route

2007-01-22 20:29:13 · 1 answers · asked by swati k 1

I am thinking of getting an XC 70 wagon. Does anyone own one or has owned one and can tell me if the car is any good? I am mainly concern about the electrical system and mpg.

2007-01-22 11:30:15 · 6 answers · asked by Steven 2

I am thinking about buying a Volvo that has a faulty odometer. Does anyone know if I will have any problems registering the car because of this? Can if be fixed? Thanks.

2007-01-22 06:57:26 · 6 answers · asked by xxxcerealfordinnerxxx 2

2007-01-19 02:52:24 · 9 answers · asked by nightrider 1

That's why the liberals like them. The Icon of liberality is there.

2007-01-18 05:22:59 · 7 answers · asked by zeepogee 3

2007-01-16 16:09:12 · 5 answers · asked by amir a 1

Are you expereincing a lot of electrical problems? Other concerns?? I have a 240 that is 18 years old and still chugging along, but now Ford owns Volvo and I am a bit worried about reliability? Your thoughts?

2007-01-15 06:22:33 · 5 answers · asked by greenfrogs 7

2007-01-15 05:34:59 · 18 answers · asked by mosif100 1

With no consideration for anyone else.

2007-01-12 10:29:25 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

why do all volvo drivers drive around with there lights on in the daytime thanks

2007-01-12 10:18:37 · 24 answers · asked by deanbroad2002 1

When the lights are off and i press the brake pedal, the instrument panel says a bulb is out and only the third brake light and the left one go on. But when the lights are on all is well except only the third light lights up.

2007-01-11 16:38:08 · 9 answers · asked by etaent1 1

Rebuilt tranny 2wks ago today tranny locked up mechanic says motor mounts wore down on front axle and it broke but I just replaced axle 3 months ago could that happen? When i hit bumps it thumps is that cause of motormounts too?

2007-01-11 09:44:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live in Dubai and I need new brake pads. For two front brake pads, they charge 700 dirhams which is around 180 or so American dollars. Mercedes charges 400 for all four pads. Volvo is charging like crazy. Anybody know where I can get cheap pads but are authentic because that is just highway robbery and they know they can get away with it. But I also heard that the BMW 5 series brake pads are almost exactly the same except for the little metal piece on the back of the Volvo pads.

2007-01-10 08:24:46 · 4 answers · asked by kirr45 1

I have a 1992 Volvo 940GL with 225K miles that has started randomly stalling out while driving at highway speeds. So far there is no correlation to gas level in the tank or weather, it does it on sunny days as well as rainy, and with full tank. Fuel pump, plugs, wires, distributor are all new and have had no effect. It immediately starts again when the key is turned off and then restarted. Sometimes it does this several times per day, sometimes it won't do this for several days or even weeks. This is very frustrating and every time I bring it to a garage it is running fine and they can find nothing wrong. Anyone have any ideas ??

2007-01-09 18:34:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I drive a 1990 Volvo 240 with 226,000 miles on it. The original alternator lasted 12 years//160,000 miles. The replacement, a rebuilt unit, lasted 5 years//65,000 miles (fair enough), and died a month ago. The rebuilt unit that replaced it just died yesterday, with only about 1000 miles on it. Is it likely a short circuit or other malfunction caused the latest one to crap out? What should my next step be: thoroughly troubleshooting the charging system for a short, as described in the Haynes manual? Or is it likely the latest alternator was just a faulty unit from day 1? Thanks!

2007-01-09 18:06:49 · 4 answers · asked by Rusting 4