I'm looking at getting a Volvo wagon. Down here in the southeast, they are a rare breed. Today a 2001 V70 came up for sale locally. It has the tubo engine, but I don't know if it is the R model. The car has 91,000 miles and looks to be in good shape (the only physical defect is that the black plastic pieces are fading to grey). They want $9,900 (from a used car lot). Is this a good deal? I'm a bit leary because the car is nearing 100k, where the warranty runs out. I am also concerned because this was a bit below the NADA value and the Kelly Blue Book value. Please, give me some opinions on this.
2007-07-31 17:53:04 · 5 answers · asked by Obes A Lot 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Actually, I am not as concerned about the price difference between the retail and the suggested ones found online.
There aren't very many Volvo wagons sold in the state of GA, so demand is lower, yielding a lower price. You know the whole supply and demand thing.
2007-07-31 18:26:06 · update #1
That is a very good price for an '01 Volvo Wagon, if it is in good condition. Get the VIN number and run a CARFAX report on it. Though they aren't always 100% reliable, they can easily weed out a total lemon before you take the plunge. It also may quickly explain why the price is lower than the KBB value (frame damage, minor rebuild, etc.). Also, ask the dealership if they know whether or not the timing belt has been changed. Once a Volvo nears/hit 100k it is IMPERITIVE that the timing belt be changed.
2007-07-31 18:11:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cars are worth what they're worth. I'm in California, so your local market conditions have to be different for you.
There are three "parts" to a car- the inside, the outside and the running gear. If you have to fix one, the whole thing is doable. Fix two, and you'd better have both a sack of money and a good reason for wanting to throw money into that car.
And you can't go wrong if you go with your gut- do what feels right for you. Since you have enough doubts to put the question up here, I'd say "Walk away." Another will come along.
2007-07-31 18:03:33 · answer #2 · answered by going_for_baroque 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All you can do is get the bluebook value price or less and a good warranty.
Volvos are known for going way past 100,000 miles and being good.
2007-07-31 18:01:35 · answer #3 · answered by Father Ted 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
umm 91k miles is high for any car.. i would check the carfax on it.. if everything is clear, then i MIGHT buy it.. i am hesitant bc volvos arent the most reliable cars out there.. they tend to be problematic..
2007-07-31 20:23:11 · answer #4 · answered by Driva25 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
after the 90's the volvo's are pretty good over 100k...it'll be fine.
2007-07-31 18:09:45 · answer #5 · answered by tennisman2156 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋