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Volvo: Buy a VOLVO 850 or S70 GLT TURBO, s70 glt, maintenance reliability


Question
I have question regarding the 850s and S70. I plan on buying a s70 this november but am confused because i have a read lot of reviews about it online regarding the maintenance. My interest in s70 because they are affordable wtih 80k-150 k mileage and also fuel efficient.the same goes for 850. My question is better to get the 850 or the s70 in terms of maintenance, reliability, safety, and fix costs. Please help me out!thank you

Answer
Kwadwo,
As with any front drive vehicle there is more cost to repair it due to how tight things are and the way it is put together. Both cars are front drive and therefore cost the same to repair. The S70 is a refined 850 and possible the better choice. Have the car inspected before buying. Get a list of good things and bad so you know if the car is worth the money.