Hi Tom
I daily drive a 2003 S60R flash green manual Uk car.
I have owned 4 S60 V70 Rs all Uk cars and everyone manual.
My 50 pence would be …..
UK car
Space ball manual
Lots of history with most or some of big jobs done. Rather than a very low miles jap car with hardly anything done.
Try and find one that previous owners have taken the hit with big bills to limit yourself but something will still pop up which requires large funds.
AWD service history is a must or get it done ASAP
Most stay available on the internet for months even years. Lots of interest but few take the plunge. Don’t get me wrong it will eat your Mastercard as mine does. But it’s a truly special car and i want to drive nothing else.
I wish you good luck and please post back if you make the purchase and let’s see pics!
Matthew.