which is better?

LuckiDog · Aug 17th, 2011, 23:04

Hi, I am looking to buy a used XC90 and needed to decide between the following:

1) 2005 Volvo XC90 4x4 D5 SE Geartronic diesel, done only 30K miles

or

2) 2007 Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 SE Sport 5dr Geartronic diesel, done about 60K miles

Any advice on which one is a better bet? I prefer the 2007 model, but really like the fact that 2005 has a very low mileage. Most of the other things seem equal.

TIA

The Hooded Claw · Aug 17th, 2011, 23:09

Personally I'd go for the 2007 ... the other only having covered 30K (or 5000 miles per year) would worry me somewhat due to the LOW mileage its far more likely to "Break" than the 2007 (Having only bin "Pootled" about in) at 60K the 2007 will have at least been "RUN IN"

Keith

Bill Edmondson · Aug 18th, 2011, 01:19

What are the prices, that must too be a factor?

I would in the same position be looking at the trim, extras and buy the one that looks and feels the best, the thats got your eye!

LuckiDog · Aug 18th, 2011, 11:53

Thanks for the replies guys. Prices of both are roughly the same. I like the sport seats, so 2007 model is winning in my mind.

One other point for consideration is that 2007 model is from private seller whilst 2005 is from trade, who is providing 1-year warranty.

Blakey · Aug 18th, 2011, 13:46

Hi

If you decide on the 2007, would you mind pointing me in the direction of the other please, it sound like just what i'm looking for.

Many thanks

GJB · Aug 19th, 2011, 13:18

Look at the VED side as a thought

cosworthy2000 · Aug 19th, 2011, 20:41

Bear in mind the 'Sport' chassis is much stiffer then the standard, so the ride is more coarse.
I'd not bee too concerned about the low miles on the 05 plate. I only do 5k a year and most is on motorways, very few short trips.

Also consider road tax, the 05 plate wil be about £260, the 07 plate sits in the high band and is about £450

Clan · Aug 19th, 2011, 21:05

the 2007 will have the improved angle gear and sleeve ...

jasear · Aug 19th, 2011, 22:51

the 2005 car has done only 30k i.e. 5k per year.

Its most likely mainly town driving. I would ask the owner about it there could be a reasonable explanation.

Aug 17th, 2011, 23:04	#1
LuckiDog New Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2013 09:45 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: london	which is better? Hi, I am looking to buy a used XC90 and needed to decide between the following: 1) 2005 Volvo XC90 4x4 D5 SE Geartronic diesel, done only 30K miles or 2) 2007 Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 SE Sport 5dr Geartronic diesel, done about 60K miles Any advice on which one is a better bet? I prefer the 2007 model, but really like the fact that 2005 has a very low mileage. Most of the other things seem equal. TIA

Aug 17th, 2011, 23:09	#2
The Hooded Claw Owner Volvovehiclesclub Last Online: Apr 4th, 2014 12:18 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Choosing which Volvo to go out in Today !!! lex parsimoniae View Photos By: The Hooded Claw	Personally I'd go for the 2007 ... the other only having covered 30K (or 5000 miles per year) would worry me somewhat due to the LOW mileage its far more likely to "Break" than the 2007 (Having only bin "Pootled" about in) at 60K the 2007 will have at least been "RUN IN" Keith __________________ 2000 C70 T5 Phase 1 240 Bhp in Saffron Orange ("SAPPHIRE") 2001 S80 2435cc Now with Andy Northface () 1994 960 CD 3.0 Estate ("The Purple Monster") VOC 25900 lex parsimoniae

Aug 18th, 2011, 01:19	#3
Bill Edmondson AV Guru Last Online: Nov 19th, 2011 14:05 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Brighton	What are the prices, that must too be a factor? I would in the same position be looking at the trim, extras and buy the one that looks and feels the best, the thats got your eye! __________________ Careful, you could have somebody's eye out with that

Aug 19th, 2011, 21:05	#8
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 14:56 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	the 2007 will have the improved angle gear and sleeve ... __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Aug 18th, 2011, 11:53	#4
LuckiDog New Member Last Online: May 22nd, 2013 09:45 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: london	Thanks for the replies guys. Prices of both are roughly the same. I like the sport seats, so 2007 model is winning in my mind. One other point for consideration is that 2007 model is from private seller whilst 2005 is from trade, who is providing 1-year warranty.

Aug 18th, 2011, 13:46	#5
Blakey New Member Last Online: Aug 21st, 2017 12:51 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Surrey	Hi If you decide on the 2007, would you mind pointing me in the direction of the other please, it sound like just what i'm looking for. Many thanks

Aug 19th, 2011, 13:18	#6
GJB Premier Member Last Online: May 14th, 2024 09:06 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cromer Norfolk	Look at the VED side as a thought

Aug 19th, 2011, 20:41	#7
cosworthy2000 Junior Member Last Online: Jan 20th, 2013 19:47 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London	Bear in mind the 'Sport' chassis is much stiffer then the standard, so the ride is more coarse. I'd not bee too concerned about the low miles on the 05 plate. I only do 5k a year and most is on motorways, very few short trips. Also consider road tax, the 05 plate wil be about £260, the 07 plate sits in the high band and is about £450

Aug 19th, 2011, 22:51	#9
jasear Junior Member Last Online: Feb 8th, 2015 01:03 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: milton keynes	the 2005 car has done only 30k i.e. 5k per year. Its most likely mainly town driving. I would ask the owner about it there could be a reasonable explanation.

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