Thread: V50 G/box : - Powershift problem
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Old Apr 5th, 2013, 17:33   #21
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Originally Posted by Big feller View Post
Update on my Power shift gearbox woes:

Assuming not many of these gearboxes have failed so far, I am surprised Volvo are not willing to help out in order to protect their good name. How many people will buy a car for £4000 or less knowing that a minor gearbox fault could make it worthless at any moment?
That's horrific. I'm astonished that Volvo could think it reasonable that a gearbox could cost as much as an engine to replace in a relatively low cost car. It doesn't look like the Powershift is anywhere near the VAG DSG or Porsche PDK in terms of durability and service life.
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