Quote Originally Posted by esi94 View Post
I had an 850 once. It was a very comfortable to ride. The fuel consumption was not bad at all. I was able to link up with another Volvo enthusiast Alex who had a shop in Visayas Ave in Quezon City. He maintained my car for me. He has his own sources for parts... although I also do buy online from FCP Groton.

Unfortunately, everything came to an end when Ondoy submerged my precious 850 almost completely. Only the headliner remained dry. When the flood subsided the next day, I was very very surprised when I opened my trunk which was submerged underwater for around 8 hours. The whole trunk was dry! The trunk carpet was dry and so were my tools. Water got in everywhere except the trunk. I don't know how this could have happened.
Dang, the poor 850 . I'm guessing it floated with the trunk up so that's why it was dry? So what happened to it?

Well, I'm pretty much smitten with my 850, in fact I'm even thinking of getting a T5 as well, not discussing it with the wife though for the sake of marital peace hehe.

Anyway, can I get the contact number of your friend Alex? I have contact already a former mechanic from Volvo, although it really helps to get second opinions from other technicians.

Thanks!