JamesIS220

I'd love a new Volvo V90 but can't afford one and do not see them as reliable as a Toyota/Lexus. My relative runs his own manufacturing company so can keep a car 2-3 years and lease another. Thus under manufacturers warranty. I do like the old models and provide reliable transport that is easy to work on . XC90 no one has died in one. Volvo invented the 3 point seatbelt and didn't patent the design as felt morally wrong to do so. Volvo’s Gift To The World, Modern Seat Belts Have Saved Millions Of Lives (forbes.com)

The 200 series estate was the only Lexus estate I believe? Madness that mostly saloon and SUV. I like estates. Had a Volvo 740, 5 years then 240 10 years then current 96 940 for 5 years. Had a Lexus IS220D that was a mistake and now have a Toyota Auris Hybrid Estate. I suppose with Lexus can just buy a Corolla estate. I do like Lexus interiors though. My relative leases Volvo XC60 and on her third. Loves them. Husband has a V90. Had a Jag E pace and a few BMW 320D and 740I but go back to Volvo. James.

At least you got your money back, so that's good. Looking forward to your update. James👍

I thought that too when I found out about the turbo lag and mis matched gearbox. Scrapped at 187,000 miles as HG went. Should of got an IS 250 Auto instead. Diesel economy was awful 32-36mpg. Like the RX series and LS430. Bought an Auris Hybrid estate. Like it's economy, £0 road tax and reliable. Lexus felt special on build quality/ materials even though my IS 220D Was only an SE. Got £350 for it and 18 months use. Cost £1.474.00 to buy. Shame I fixed the AC and then fitted 4 new Avon ZV7 tyres 2-3 months before I scrapped it! Wish Lexus did another estate. James.👍

Relatives lease their Volvos a XC60 and also a V90. Wife has had 4 XC60 and Husband has V90. Had a few BMW's in their day and Jag E pace. Come back to, or stick with Volvo. Great if you can afford to lease, or new under warranty, then buy another. Say's not had a problem. Owns his own company and has covered 40k a year in the Volvo's at various times when out bringing in new clients. He loves his Volvo. First owned Volvo was a 1999 V70. I like the models that are rear wheel drive. 240, 740, and 940. Owned all 3 models since 2002. Cheap, under £400 and reliable. Currently have a 1996 Volvo 940. Run in at 207,000. As new as I would go with Volvo is a phase 1 V70. I also have a Toyota Auris Hybrid. James.👍

If not a misprint, then the battery is well flat. Ie only 20% charged. See table.

Wheels look much nicer than the original. Yes IS220D ones. Had same on my 2006 IS 220D which I scrapped as HG went. The wheels were in great condition and had 2 month old Avon ZV7's fitted, plus full sized spare as had bought another used matching alloy. Sold car for £350 on Ebay.

Looks good. You and Betsy had a dirty weekend of cleaning! James😃

MOT history isn't great in my opinion. Inner chassis bent and corroded. Tyres generally not checked with either worn out or ply/cords showing. Who replaces rear tyres but not fronts even though near 1.6mm. OK may of replaced them later due to cost. Doesn't read as looked after/ diligent owner(s) If owner/s can't be bothered to check tyres, has the oil/filter been changed on time. James.

I live on a narrowboat. My heating is a multifuel stove. I have managed to get myself 70 nets of logs for £40. A bit of smokeless coal. Also have a webasto diesel boiler to heat rads and hot water, that currently using existing red diesel. Normally spent £20-30 per week, depending how cold it is, heating my 50ft by 6ft narrowboat. I keep the fire lit 24/7 when it's cold out, on my Woodwarm fireview 4.5kw.

I would love to convert my Volvo 940 to LPG but isn't justified as it only does 5k a year. The biggest issue is the nearest LPG outlet has stopped selling LPG, was 3 miles away. Asda at Derby is nearest now, a 39 mile round trip. Unfortunately I fear LPG outlets are getting fewer,, fewer as people either stick with a diesel or buy a hybrid or full EV. LPG was very popular years back with various manufacturers offering LPG models. James.

Bloody annoying when that happens to your tyre. I had similar when travelling back from Normandy to Birmingham. Had packed car and pumped up tyres and checked oil etc. Got out to car to drive 90 minutes to ferry port to catch the midnight ferry from Cherbourg and noticed the rear tyre had gone down a bit! Couldn't get spare out as car fully loaded and would of been late for ferry, so pumped up the tyre. Arrived in Brum fine and next day tyre place found screw in tyre edge. Had new tyre fitted! Budget £25. So far not had another in 22 years of driving! Would be gutted as both my cars tyres are new and good makes. Goodyear performance 2 and Volvo, Michelin Energy savers. In past when buying from ATS usually go for the tyre insurance. James👍

"Just don't do it" I did, and my worst car! Cheap, but HG went at 187,000miles. Buy an IS250. James.

When I return to my hot Toyota Auris interior, I open the windows and drive a bit to let some heat escape then put the AC on and shut windows. At least not as hot initially and cools it quicker. James.👍

It's good but got a way to go! Highest vehicle mileage | Guinness World Records Irv Gordon, Guinness World Record Holder Who Put 3.2 Million Miles on His Volvo P1800, Has Died (roadandtrack.com) James👍

I had a 2020 Yaris petrol as a courtesy car for possible stalling recall on my Auris Hybrid and paid £10 or £15 for the waiver fee. Liked the car for space but not the 1.5. Seemed a bit gutless. Noisy. A yaris hybrid 1.8 would be good or new 2 litre! Interior use of space was very good. Glad to get my auto hybrid back. I only did 8 miles in it but did put £7 of fuel in as thought only right, as nice to get a courtesy car. James.👍

I have fitted Nissens radiators in my Volvo 240 and Volvo 940. Longest time being 7 years use. Both were a perfect fit. 940 around 5 years use. Condenser in 940 replaced also with Nissens one and all good, except leak on pipework so no working AC to really test condenser. Also had Nissens condenser on a 2006 Lexus IS 220D. Again good fit and worked fine for a year until I scrapped the car as HG failed. James👍

How about a Toyota, Camry or Corolla saloon? James.👍

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I have a 1996 Volvo 940 petrol auto on 206,000 miles. Every few years I re underseal the chassis with the spray cans and so far no welding needed or been done. Seems another owner used a rust preventative down the chassis channels as rubber bungs at end fitted. Previous 1989 240 needed passenger outrigger welded twice in the 10 years I owned it. Only a MOT cover job, so not a great job but cheap at £60 and last time £100. Still on the road. James👍

Very nice👍 A bargain at that price! Should serve you many years at only 145k. Enjoy! James👍

I haven't heard the noise, but my thoughts is why not try the cheap options first. Worth a go changing the fluid at another garage! Seem very keen to replace. James👍

Not to my taste.! Not really a great look. Naff wide wheels and bigger arch body kit. Not very original in design concept. Each to their own though!

Unfortunately not in the position to buy a Corolla. Had my Auris 15 months. Only has 35k on it now. Need to get more use out of it. Heard the 2 litre engine is to attract diesel users as more torque etc. think around a 10% MPG difference between 1.8 and 2.0. The 1.8 in my Auris is perfectly fine for everyday driving and goes fine. I would buy a used Corolla hybrid as from around 17k upwards. James.👍

If I was replacing my 2015 Auris Hybrid I would have the Corolla TS in Scarlet flare or Denim Blue. Would probably go for the 1.8. Also probably go for the less popular Trek model. as get Power tailgate, keyless entry and lighter seats. I think the Corolla looks great, more so in estate form. James.👍