[jamie28]

Ive looked at a couple of s60 t5,s to replace my 850 t5, i have not found one with the spec and colour i want yet,
but looking at the prices of the s60r,s there are 2004/5 models with 70k plus mileage within my price range, all private sales so there would be no warranty.
The day to day runing costs of a t5 or an r are quite acceptable to me and i do maintain my cars myself, but the technology especially on an r will lead towards the use of garages at some point .

what is the reliability of the later models, especially with a few miles under the belt? ive looked on the forums and read about the problems on the early ones , did thease get sorted on the facelift models? and is tyre size/wear still an issue with the 4wd system? also i would buy a manual , the triptronic does not siut me.

The t5 is a fine car and i would be happy for a long time , but the r is something special and potentially a lot of car for the money.