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Old 05-12-2009, 05:56 PM   #1
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I turned the key to start my Volvo 850 at 33,000 miles. The battery exploded (literally) and sprayed nasty chemicals all over the inside of my engine. The dealer replaced it and some hoses, etc. under warranty. Funny thing happened at 66,000 miles...the EXACT same thing.

I traded that car in at 98,000 miles.(!)

The Volvo was a terrible car. It was actually annoying to drive. I paid more to buy it than my Boxster. I definitely spent more to maintain it than the Boxster (that can change, but so far the Boxster has been very reliable). The Volvo got worse gas mileage, and it blew up on a regular basis.

All cars are a bad investment. Buy the one you want and can afford.

After a month or two you'll grow to trust your Boxster, then you'll realize that its among the best cars ever made and you wouldn't trade it for anything...I can tell you that I am 100% certain my next car will be a Boxster (or Cayman) too. No regrets.
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Old 05-12-2009, 06:33 PM   #2
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i just passed 100k on my base '02. i bought it with 62k. only problem was the water pump at 70k. it's a daily driver....80 miles round trip. nothing but smiles!
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