New to the car market

[BernieNommer]

Hey everyone,
I’m in the market for a used car, and I really like the XC70…currently looking at 2007 & 2008 models which are what I can reasonably afford. Are there any major differences between the ’07 & ’08 models?

This would be my first Volvo, and I’m not seeing much available locally right now. I’m no car expert, so I’m a little uneasy about the Ebay route. Should I have a local dealer try to find a used model for me, exactly what I’m looking for? Other options? Do most of you have the car inspected by a mechanic before purchasing? New to the car buying world.

Appreciate any help.
Thanks!

[Leto Atreides II]

'08 is the the first year of the new generation XC70 so the differences are fairly dramatic. I've always like the older ("P2", 2001-2007) style more but that's just me.

I bought mine from JRL here on the forum and had him ship it from Pennsylvania to Washington.

[BernieNommer]

Thanks!

'08 is the the first year of the new generation XC70 so the differences are fairly dramatic. I've always like the older ("P2", 2001-2007) style more but that's just me.

I bought mine from JRL here on the forum and had him ship it from Pennsylvania to Washington.

[iamBigK]

Always have a car inspected before purchase. I'd be looking for low mileage 06 07 xc70 with documented service history.

[JRL]

08-10 are pretty lame
In 2011 Volvo made some major mechanical changes
All depends on how much you want to spend