Knowing when to avoid buying

[Tannaton]

Originally Posted by Gazdkw

Thankyou tanaton.

Registrations are

YP09ZRX


YT07TXY

So on YP09 it seems very odd that it has failed the last two mot’s on worn front brake pads, but only done 14k between them? Other than that, nothing unusual.

As for YT07 I think the last mot tester was extremely fastidious noting the engine and sill covers so I would be less concerned about the advisories. Very odd it needed a trackrod end at 20k, but again no red flags. Worth double checking the propshaft joint as that can be tricky to do...

[Bonefishblues]

Originally Posted by Tannaton

I don’t see how a R Class, Santa Fe or Jeep is likely to be any cheaper to fix or more reliable? The XC90 will have the best new and used parts availability of all of them?

Like for like cheaper so the opportunity for war chest accrual. The R class in particular is ridiculous vfm for something the size of an aircraft hangar. Hyundai reliability would be better, I'd suggest (certainly that was my firm view when I researched them, but we decided to keep the XC 70) Tows 2000+kg, as do they all.

Just musing on options for the OP, there's no obligation, of course, and you, he and others will form your own views, but whatever the outcome, it's only sensible to keep some cash aside when buying a large, heavy complex car, lovely as it is. Eyes wide open and all that...

[XC90Mk1]

Originally Posted by Gazdkw

Well I'm not in a position to have that kind of money behind me after purchasing a car so for now it's case of buying one in budget with the cleanest history possible

As an owner of an xc90 myself be under no illusion should they go wrong they are major money.

I would not buy at all if the thought of a 2k bill is of concern.

I bought mine with 60k on the clock, full history (pampered in Volvo dealers all its life) and a full Volvo Selekt inspection.

Within 3 months the haldex unit had issues. Volvo repaired immediately without issue as it was under warranty but they can be costly.

[Gazdkw]

How much more complex are they compared to my V70? It's the same engine. Appreciate all the advice from everyone

[SwissXC90]

Originally Posted by Gazdkw

How much more complex are they compared to my V70? It's the same engine. Appreciate all the advice from everyone

Pretty much identical cars apart from body shape

[Gazdkw]

Iv been happy enough with the v70. It's had it's issues and work done, gearbox, wishbones, swirl flap etc.

It's another reason why I want to stick with Volvo. I'm familiar with the D5 euro engine and I like it

[Tannaton]

Originally Posted by XC90Mk1

As an owner of an xc90 myself be under no illusion should they go wrong they are major money.

I would not buy at all if the thought of a 2k bill is of concern.

I bought mine with 60k on the clock, full history (pampered in Volvo dealers all its life) and a full Volvo Selekt inspection.

Within 3 months the haldex unit had issues. Volvo repaired immediately without issue as it was under warranty but they can be costly.

I think the issue is he needs a 7 seater that can tow larger loads well... so his choices are very limited to either a 7 seat 4x4 -or maybe a people carrier type.

[Gazdkw]

Originally Posted by Tannaton

I think the issue is he needs a 7 seater that can tow larger loads well... so his choices are very limited to either a 7 seat 4x4 -or maybe a people carrier type.

Absolutely that

[Odysseus]

Originally Posted by Tannaton

I think the issue is he needs a 7 seater that can tow larger loads well... so his choices are very limited to either a 7 seat 4x4 -or maybe a people carrier type.

Toyota Land Cruiser?

[paddy74]

Originally Posted by Tannaton

I think the issue is he needs a 7 seater that can tow larger loads well... so his choices are very limited to either a 7 seat 4x4 -or maybe a people carrier type.

I can recommend the LandRover Discovery (3 or 4) for that. Tow whatever you want, even busses.