'99 Volvo Xc70 Drives Beautiful But No Reverse--same Owner 8 Years.well Maintain on 2040-cars

VIN: YV1LZ56DXX2601273 Year: 1999
Interior Color: Black
Make: Volvo
Model: V70
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: X/C AWD Wagon 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, CD Player, Roof Rack
Drive Type: AWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 123,302
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Black

Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"The vehicle drives excellent except that the reverse does not work. I am told it is not the gear but some other internal part. Otherwise car drives like a dream. Everything works but the ABS module which can be rebuilt for about $80."

This is my Volvo which we have owned for the past eight years. I have 3 other Volvos mainly XC's so this is what we all drive in our family, mainly because of the safety aspect as there is no safer vehicle period. These Cross Countrys are very versatile. Since I have owned 18 Volvos in the past 30 years, I understand them and know how to have them serviced and take care of them. This vehicle was broken in 8 years ago with Mobil 1 full synthetic oil and has used nothing else since. The engine is incredibly strong, and incredible fast since it is a very active turbo. Too fast for my taste. It has relatively low miles for it's age, only 123,302.  Being a highly rated seller for over 10 years on EBAY, my customers have learned that what I say you can fully take as truth and my descriptions are dead accurate. If there is something wrong, I will tell you.  Also what is good, as there is more good than bad on this vehicle.   I will give you exactly what I describe and you make the choice. This is an unusual case. The vehicle drives beautifully. However, it will not go in reverse.  I took it to the Volvo franchise and they told me it was not a gear, but rather some internal issue like a clutch or something. I do not understand transmissions other than which gear to put it in. I believe this car could be driven straight to CA from Wisconsin where it is at, as long as you don't have to back up. Really a shame. The interior is jet black leather although the pics look grey. It is solid black and is in very good condition. Only the drivers seat shows the typical Volvo wear on the left side of the seat. The car is very clean inside, and the dashboard is about as perfect as an 14 year old car is. Air conditioning, air bags, brakes, heater, all work just as they should and air is ice cold. NO leaks. Tires are very good. The engine, is extremely strong and runs exactly the way it should run, no missing, etc. The ABS light is on along with the Tracks, which simply means the module needs to be rebuilt, which they do on EBAY for around $80 exchange. I have done it to about half of my former Volvo's. The body is in very good condition also EXCEPT around the front passenger side where the molding has pulled away from the body some. Please see the picture. The sunroof is clear and beautiful with no leakage.  The rubber weather stripping around the front doors could use replacing however. The wood trim on the dash is elegant.  The passenger side has a number of scratches which is probably a little more than normal, but not too bad. The driver side is much better. The paint all away around is very very good. The car starts up exactly as it should and the battery is excellent. Engine idles very smoothly and stay perfectly on the tach level. All power windows and power driver's seat works fine. All gauges work. Radio works. The check engine light is on for the ABS module. All airbags are in proper condition. Just the transmission, again, no issues whatsoever as long as you have it in park or drive, as it will drive flawlessly. Nice original Volvo  wheels.  The car has Oregon plates and will come with a clean Oregon title. This is not a flood car, salvage, or anything like that. No liens, as we have owned it outright for almost 8 years and have driven it every day. Safe, comfortable, nice-looking, versatile.  Just you will have to have the expertise to do something about the transmission. I'd suggest picking up a used one and having it installed.  We don't because we plan to move in the next few months out of State and we need to narrow down the # of Volvos we have now so this is an opportunity for us to do so. You can pick up a pretty nice Volvo XC for it's age if you know how to get it fixed because you are getting very strong structure and components that are all working except as listed above. The engine and wheels alone are worth as much if not probably more than the price range I expect it to go for.  And if you can function without reverse, then you have yourself a steal. I keep these vehicles meticulously maintained, with proper oil changes, timing belts, brakes. The glass is all perfect, as is the lights and signal lamps.   Gets very good gas mileage also as these XC's are economical. The vehicle also has a roof rack which is worth a lot.  The pictures are fair, not great, so I apologize. The car is strong and not trashed or falling apart. The passenger door is a little hard to shut so you have to close it with some power. There are no water or oil leaks.   I fully believe whomever wins the bidding on this, which is a no reserve auction, could drive this to where in the US they want realizing it cannot drive in reverse. So, the vehicle will be sold-as, where is, as most all EBAY vehicles are sold as. The vehicle is in Madison, Wisconsin. I will be available should you wish to have it picked up and will give it to the authorized party of your choice. BY bidding on this vehicle, you agree that you understand this is sold as-is and you understand the defects that I have listed above, as I do not like any misunderstandings, and that the car must have a $100 deposit by PayPal within 24 hours, and the balance must be paid with 5 days.  I can keep the vehicle here for longer but it must be paid for completely within the five days.