Volvo S80 T5 - Opinions

Hi folks,

I have the opportunity to buy an used Volvo S80 T5. It is 4 years old
and has 100.000 km. Body and interiors and in an impressive good
shape.
I would like to know more about maintenance experiences, how long
could I expect this type of engine to last (taking good care of it, of
course) and your general opinions about this car.
I still have to choose either I buy this used car or a new one for the
same price, like the S40 1.6, Toyota Avens or a Mazda 6.

Cheers,

Jazz

 

Drop here, http://www.carsurvey.org/review_10526.html

Best of all, do a Google search, like,

http://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=volvo+s80+1999+reliable&meta=


AFAIC, I wouldn't touch it unless you are a masochist. Then again, it
takes all kinds. ;-)

 

When checking out my first link, make sure to click on "15 comments,
click to read" about 2/3 down in the page. It is educational, to say
the least.

 

These are very dependable cars and the T5 engine is descended from a line of
engines known for their toughness. If everything works well now I wouldn't
have any qualms about it's reliability. There are a number of net mouths who
would love to own such a fine car, but can't, so it's the 'sour grapes"
syndrome.

 

I've never owned one and probably never will, but there is one I've seen
locally (this is in Dunfermline, Scotland) in a gold/bronze colour.
Absolutely beautiful looking car, but the best thing was the number plate -
T5 JOY. That knocked me out !!!!

Stuart.