The 850 are generaly better quality clips but even after 16 years they may be deteriorating now , yes the ones you buy now are stainless steel i believe ..
I only mentioned this S/V40 problem as the hose clips rusted through in a short time , ie 4 or 5 years .... The swedish volvos havent had this problem generaly ..
Your 850 clips may show signs of rust but are they seriously weakened or rusted 80% through ?
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