used Volvo S60, V70 (P2) - 2000-2009, Buying advice with Common Issues

Buying a used Volvo S60, V70 P2 - produced from 2000 to 2009

How reliable are the engines, how good is this car, what are the common problems with these cars? What is the price for fixing the various issues? Watch the video and you will get answers to all these questions and more!

What to look for when buying a used first generation Volvo S60 advice / guide

What to look for when buying a used second generation Volvo V70 advice / guide

used first generation Volvo S60 - 2000-2009
used second generation Volvo V70 - 2000-2007

used Volvo S60 sedan / saloon
used Volvo V70 / estate
used Volvo XC70 estate

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[chriskeller]

I bought my elderly neighbor’s 2001 S60 for $1200 to use as my commuter. The thing has 220k miles on it and is flawless. I love it to be honest.

[Arden]

Don’t be discouraged by the potential problems. It really isn’t that bad. I have seen several V70 with inter galactic mileages like 700, 000 to 800, 000km without major issues other than oil change, tyres, brakes etc.

[ttuned]

This has to be the most accurate video ever

[gcrauwels]

Good advice.
These cars can last a very very long time with proper maintenance. I have an '07 V70R that was owned by a pilot (RIP A.T.) friend of mine and he maintained it meticulously. Even so, I went through it and replaced all the fluids, including the Haldex and angle gear. Next project is brake fluid flush.
It has 121K miles, and isn't perfect cosmetically, but runs strong and trouble free. If you own a P2, invest $300 for a laptop with VIDA/DICE. A must to troubleshoot these cars correctly.

[grantnichols]

I bought a 2001 V70 T5 8 years ago, it now has 200k miles. I swear this guy has been watching all my Amazon, eBay, PelicanParts and local pick-and-pull purchase history. Nearly everything he described has happened. He forgot to mention the ETM issue.

[vladavasiljev]

Bought S60 2.0t from 2008 from the first owner from Germany with prince lpg installed and max equipment including webasto. Far the best car I've ever owned. A class ahead from bmw3, Mercedes c and A4 which I had. The most comfortable seats ever, supreme stereo, and built quality.

[garrockwaters]

I have been driving my '05 S60 since '07 and I never heard of any of those problems with mine. I have had to do the brakes and rotors and a few front end parts like tie end rods and the like but nothing other than routine wear. I have 90k miles on my Platinum Green "Olive" and like her more each day. Though not turbo charged it still takes off and is a dream on a windy road. A real sports car ride and boy does it chew up the curves. Amazing.

[chrishawkins]

I have an 04 V70 with 259, 915 miles. Absolutely love this car.

[johno]

That was the best review of a vehicles repair history I've ever seen. I've been driving an 04 V70 T5 for 14 years and have done all my own repairs. The way DCR put all the information and explanations together are excellent! Thanks for all the talent and hard work for putting the summery together.

[Petermanis]

The best video about used Volvos by far, and I watched many in the past weeks.

[Rivalityh]

I've had my 2007 s60 with 270 000 kilometers for 2 years now and i've not had any problems what so ever, i have only done the standard services

[jmearley]

I have an 07 that we love, we're at 150K and it's needing new CV joints. The fuel issues I had were a Swedish nightmare but over.
Absolutely the best and most comfortable road trip car.
If you're handy, making repairs are fairly straightforward.

[Dreamlink]

I own for about 3 years now an 2003 S60 P2 2.4 non turbo petrol with 261 000km. It had 190 000ish when i purcased it. So far I only got driver seat ripped that i sew back, had to change 1 wheel bearing, handbrake 2 times and faulthy seat connector that triggered SRS Airbag lamp and that is about it. Car has low power because it is nonturbo but it is a great cruser on long and short rides and never let me down as my previous new Volvo did, nothing but nightmares. So i think ill keep rolling with this one for many more years to come.

[markpearman]

I have a 2002 V70 with 210, 000 miles. Owned it 13 years. Love it. Never needed anything other than regular servicing. I've even had 72 mpg on long runs. Still on the original clutch, exhaust and springs.

[wlldn]

I have a 2006 Volvo S60 2.5T and it has to be one of the smoothest driving cars I’ve been in. Pretty quick car as well, but I’ve been having a lot of issues with the ignition coils and braking. But I guess at 132k miles that’s to be expected. Honestly I’m shocked they didn’t go bad sooner

[isaacsmith]

This is funny! I have an 03' S60 AWD.

1. I had a my fuel pump go out at 158k(turns out it was a recall) Volvo wouldn't fix this due to it being past their 10 year rule.


2. The speedometer started flickering off and on and eventually went at 188k(and I mean the dials everything on the cluster don't work.(But if you look closely at the dash you can see a dim lighting of the mileage)


3. The ABS went out at 190k. I also changed out the Axles, wheel bearings, rotors, and brakes at 188k so idk if it was something I did.


So I have experienced a lot of these problems BUT I will still say that its a pretty tuff vehicle! I live 12 miles out on a country road and this thing is a killer on gravel and in the snow. Its radio which for being a stock stereo for 2003 is kickass! Also the lather is still in good including the driver side surprisingly. Its currently sitting at 234k and the speedo cluster doesn't work at all but I use and app. on my phone to tell how fast I'm going. It still runs like a champ! Currently looking to buy another bc I like it so much.

[mihaavsic]

My father owned 2002 d5 120 kw manual from 80000km to 220000km. PROS: best seats in its class, good fuel consumption (6-7) liters, great highway stability, good performance but they are electronicly blocked to 210 kmh (225 kmh on the tacho), good sound isolation eksept for the tyre noise, great engine sound, good sound system, good rust protection. NEGATIVE: interier plastics (front armrest area), small back passenger space, quickley worn suspension parts, clima clutch puley, We had to replace all five injectors (150 eur a piece). Overall it was a good car (never let us on the side of the road).

[sjquilicot]

Same voice as the "welcome to hydraulic press channel...".😂😂😂😂😂

[somdusazerate]

I bought an S80 with 322000 km om the clock, 2.5 turbo with the 5 speed auto. what a car. almost all features work. love it, it uses a lot of fuel but it's so nice to drive. most technical things are lifted from the 850 so it's easy to work on

[stefansjoblom]

I recently read an article about a volvo 740 with 1 700 000 km.
Yes. One. Million. Seven. Hundred. Thousand. Kilometers. It's very common that an older volvo live much longer than 500 000 km. Do the maintanence and you have a friendship that last forever