alexplantman

Ok, as I entertain trading in my 2004, I saw these cars listed today on autotrader. All similarly prices and mileage. One odd ball the Volvo.. Why? gas mileage will be a lot better, and I do like it.. but obviiously it's like comparing apples to oranges and I wouldn't expect it to win in this poll here, lol, but left there in case someone has PERSONAL experience with Volvo..

I am also going to go see a 2010 5 spd, clothes interior, red, msrp $29K, and they've quoted me $24K and change... I can't do $24K, but if I get it for $22K and MAYBE $23K I might just take it.. IF not, I'll get a used car. 2011 is not an option...

Other options? Not really. I saw a used VW CC 2.0T 6 speed, but it was $22K .. oh well.

Criteria
Target max is $20K, unless, as I said I can get the new GT to $22K or $23K maybe.
I drive 20K miles per year
I spend about $350 in gas per month. This is NOT the reason for change, as all the Mustangs will use the same gas, but it IS an incentive towards the Volvo.
I plan to keep it 3 yrs max, so I get to trade it in just under 100K miles. My GT has 92K miles now, after 3 yrs of using (I Bought it used with 34K miles).

2008 $19K, 29.7K miles, stick, leather



2008 $21K, 30K miles, gray, leather, stick


2007 $19K, 30K miles, 5 spd, leather


2007, $19K, AUTOMATIC , 36.7K miles, leather


And the odd choice in the bunch
2007 S40, auto, $18K and 27K miles

tightdogal

Do you want a stick or a automatic? If you want a manual, I'd just phase out the automatics now.

Also, I wouldn't touch the 07-09 and pay more than 20K for it used. If you pay more than 20K on a 07-09, you might as well just get the 10 you're looking for. You can get those for 23-25K slightly used or new now.

And crap on the Volvlo. My best friend's gf has one and they're boring as hell. totally different class of car, plus, if I'd want a luxury type car, I'd look at BMW before I would a Volvo.

alexplantman

Yeah, that's what I was thinking, just scratch the vert off the list since it's auto..

Good point on paying more than $20K for an 07-09.

My first stop this wkn is giong to see the left over 2010. If they can get it down to $22K I'll take it; $23K I'll entertain it. At that point a $3K difference on an 08 and the new 2010, will be tough not to go withthe 2010, but I do NOT know if they'll do the $23K, I'll see. BUT if there is a $4K - $5K spread between the two I rather keep
the $$ in my pocket and drive a used GT with under 30K miles...


CRAP, I put the POLL to display users, it's going to make it long as sh.it.. Can a mod fix that?

floridafordguy

I won't try to tell you what to buy, but here's some advice on what to avoid...the S40. I had a 2005, it was fine til 50K miles, then began to self-destruct. 50,560 AC compressor dies. Then weird maintenance not covered by extended warranty..replace oil trap (I still don't know what this is) $860.00. It's pretty, but it will break your heart.

Just noticed ur in Liberty City, I bought it new not far from you...Warren Henry, County Line & 441. Avoid them too, their service SU**S

Alec

I'd personally go with the blue 08 but there are a lot of factors involved

wilkinda

That Volvo is drop dead....UGLY

07BLACKGT

The Blue one... lol @ the FWD Volvo.

MrSandman

Find a 2011 v6. 305 hp, a mustang, handles better than any of your other choices, and gets 31mpg.