Another "what should I buy" question:)

carbass123
Sat, 30 Apr 2011 22:18:25 +0000
General Discussion

I had 2001 Volvo S80 until a year ago that I loved, but alas things were starting to go wrong, it was cosmetically getting a little long-in-the-tooth, and the zinger was the transmission went, which would have cost in the $4000+ ballpark. So, I got rid of it and decided to go “sensible” and bought a 2008 Nissan Rogue. Everything about it fits my lifestyle—great throwing my 5-year-olds stuff in the back, good on gas, etc. EXCEPT–I find it utterly boring to drive. I miss my old Volvo–the power, the smooth ride on road trips, the nice interior, and so on.

I guess I just want a nice solid euro or similar sedan again.

So, as far as reliability/repair costs are concerned, for an older “luxury” sedan(say, no later than 2005), what makes are considered good bets? I’m considering another Volvo(I DO have a great Volvo mechanic already), Infiniti, Audi, Mercedes, Acura. . . .

All 2 cents appreciated!

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