2004 Volvo XC70

CROSS COUNTRY Wagon

2.5L 2521CC l5 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Automatic

YV1SZ59H241132188

Clear

GAS

2004 VOLVO XC70 CROSS COUNTRY NO RESERVE!!!ALL WHEEL DRIVEPREMIUM PACKAGE MOONROOFHEATED LEATHER MEMORY SEATSFRESH TIRESFOG LIGHTSXENON HEADLIGHTS WITH WIPERSAM/FM STEREO CD/CASSETTECALL 601-218-1223 FOR MORE INFOWATCH THE VIDEO IN 720 HIGH DEFHow do you put a price on you family's safety? The answer is you can't which is probably why you're looking at our '04 Volvo XC70 Cross Country. It combines the versatility and usefulness of All Wheel Drive with Volvo's world-renowned (and well-deserved) reputation for safety and quality. It's no stripped-down model either. Included is the $2,595 Premium Package, which contains leather upholstery, power glass sunroof and a power front passenger seat. Those seats are also heated plus the driver seat has 3 memory positions for different drivers. There are even air ducts for the rear passengers as well as the de rigeur (in a Volvo) Side Impact Protection System. The options don't stop there. It has Xenon headlights that even have their own wiper/washers plus fog lights and a luggage rack up top in case you somehow manage to fill the cavernous interior space that can be greatly enhanced by folding down the 2nd row seats. Yes, it comes with the factory owner's manuals as well as a spare tire and jack. We've been using this car regularly to drive home, go to lunch, run errands, etc. and can find no flaws. It has a great ride & drive. This wagon was just recently traded-in at the local Volvo dealer on a new one. It has a recent timing belt change at 65k and a very fresh matching set of tires. There are absolutely no warning or service lights lit on this car. Everything we've checked works just like it should. The seats are not ripped or torn either. It doesn't have a smoker or pet odor either. It's just a very clean car that can be yours at a great price. Bid to win because we're selling this car with NO RESERVE. It will sell to the highest bidder even if that price is THOUSANDS BELOW the book value of nearly $11,000!!! Rough Trade-In Average Trade-In Clean Trade-In Clean Retail Base Price $4,975 $6,150 $7,125 $9,800 Mileage (105,516) $175 $175 $175 $175 Options: Leather Seats $300 $300 $300 $350 Power Sunroof $350 $350 $350 $400 TOTAL PRICE: $5,800 $6,975 $7,950 $10,725 Test Drives 2004 Volvo XC70 AWD Charles Dubow Overview What's the only thing better than being at a ski resort in Vermont in late January with a layer of fresh powder on the ground? Being there in a Volvo XC70 AWD. With the temperature huddling in the single digits on days when only large pickup trucks with snow plows affixed to their front seemed capable of navigating the frozen highways, the XC70 was in its element. The suffix AWD stands, of course, for "all wheel drive" and this sweet little Swede is as frisky in the snow as an amorous Eskimo. Previously badged as the Cross Country, the $34,810 XC70 is one of a recent breed of luxury wagons--like the Audi S4 Avant and BMW 5-Series Sport wagon--that offer the handling and speed of a sedan with greater cargo volume. Styled with the same aerodynamic designs as their two- and four-door counterparts, these are wagons that provide a driving experience that just can't be found in a sport utility vehicle or minivan. What's curious is that, despite the appeal of these cars, they don't sell all that well. According to the manufacturers, for 2003 the Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon sold 1,995 units, BMW sold 1,500 5-Series Sport wagons, and Audi sold only 122 S4 Avants. Volvo was far and away the most popular in the category, although it costs on average $10,000 less, selling 17,185 units in 2003. That was still down from more than 19,000 in 2002. To put it in perspective, the best-selling wagon in the United States, the Ford Taurus, which comes fully loaded for around $23,000, sold more than 30,000 units last year and that was a down year. The best-selling SUV, the $26,000 Ford Explorer, moved more than 268,644 units in 2003, representing a 45% jump over the year before, according to J.D. Power and Associates. (The best sellers in the United States are the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, which sold more than 400,000 each.) Why aren't these wagons selling? For one thing, they cost a lot. There's a reason why most people in Vermont, a state that has an average per capita income of under $30,000, choose practical pickup trucks instead of sleek Eurowagons. Outside pockets of upscale communities around the country, few people have the money or inclination to blow around $40K on a new Audi, BMW or Mercedes wagon. (Sedans are a different matter entirely, however: for 2003 Mercedes says it sold 53,240 of its comparably priced E-Class sedans.) What do they offer, though, is solid engineering, good looks and, frankly, snob appeal. Some people don't want to drive pickup trucks and there's nothing wrong with that. Other people just want the versatility that a wagon like the XC70 can offer. Want to find out if the XC70 is right for you? Read on. From The Driver's Seat Sitting in the front of the Volvo XC70 provides the driver and passenger with the kind of tactile, kinetic experience one expects today from a European luxury car. Although not as beautiful as the Mercedes-Benz E wagons or Audi's S4 or A6 Avants, the dashboard is clean, stylish and attractive, the dials and gauges both elegant to look at and easy to read. Nothing is hard to find or, worse, overly engineered. The seats are comfortable and, again, for the lucky pair sitting in front, heated. There is also ample forward leg room. There are two cupholders and a handy storage well between the two front seats. Paddles on the wheel help the driver control sound and climate without taking his eyes off the road. Quibbles would include a rotary pre-set dial on the radio and power-window switch that is difficult to adjust. Trying to lower the window an inch or two to let in fresh air was nearly impossible, which given the arctic Vermont temperature outside proved overly bracing for the people in back. One thing that people will also notice is that because of the reinforced frame and the safety features for which Volvo is famous, the cabin feels cramped. Compared with the Mercedes wagon, head and shoulder room, even in the front, feels tighter, as does the cargo space--even though according to the specifications the E-class wagon is smaller than the XC70. (The Volvo, however, has an MSRP that is roughly $15,000 less than the Mercedes wagon so it is unfair to compare it too much.) That said, the XC70's 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine with 208 hp and peak torque from 1500 rpm to 4500 rpm--a powerplant which it shares with the new XC90 SUV--gives the car plenty of push, particularly once the turbocharger is engaged. But it needs the extra juice. the car performed well on the highway and in the snow. The five-speed automatic transmission with optional manual drive was smooth and the car's high ground clearance and rear wheel drive were perfectly suited for the rough roads of backwoods Vermont. On the highway, too, the car handled well and drove comfortably, its turbocharger piquant enough for the demands of I-95. Most important was the peace of mind we had knowing that we were driving a Volvo. It's not always a conscious thing, but there is something undeniably reassuring about knowing that a car has been submitted to the most rigorous safety checks on the planet. If you're considering using the XC70 to ferry around your family, such minor concerns as turbo lag seem unimportant indeed. The XC70's cargo utility gives it an advantage over sedans. Should You Buy This Car? Volvo may not be famous for building the fastest, snazziest or largest cars in the world, but it is famous, and justifiably so, for building the safest. The extra weight that the XC70 is carrying around is due not only to the car's reinforced frame but also to such standard additional safety features as dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, front-seat active head restraints, antilock four-wheel disc brakes, and daytime running lights. Making the car safer still is an advanced all-wheel-drive system from Sweden's Haldex (whose other clients include Volvo's fellow member of Ford's Premier Automotive Group, Land Rover, as well as Volkswagen and Audi), which electronically counters wheel slip in just one-seventh of a wheel rotation. There is also an optional anti-skid system available for an additional $695. It is for safety first, and then for performance and styling, that people buy Volvos. For that reason alone, the XC70 is worth considering. Among its peers, its sticker price is approximately $10,000 less but you still get AWD standard. Volvo has long relied on its confirmed base of buyers who recognize the brand's value and reputation. Now that Ford owns it, it is trying to increase sales and reach out to a wider audience. So far the strategy seems to be working. 2003 was a record year for Volvo, in which the company sold more than 135,023 units, a 22% year-to-year increase. Unfortunately, sales for the XC70 are down by 23.4%, mostly due to the success of Volvo's $40,000 XC90 SUV, which has probably cannibalized much of the XC70's natural sales base. So, should you buy this car? Despite our criticisms, we liked it for its safety, AWD, versatility and, compared with other luxury wagons, its competitive pricing. If we lived in Vermont, however, we'd probably have to buy a pickup truck as well to keep the driveway plowed. We inspect and photo what you see and what you can't see. We'll also be glad to email you detailed, closeup pictures of any area you'd like to see more of. People ask us all the time what is the catch to our vehicles. They assume that the prices are low because there is something wrong with them. Nothing could be further from the truth! Our secret is simple...LOW OVERHEAD. We are an internet-only dealer. We do not maintain regular office hours or a large sales facility. We simply have a Mississippi bonded dealer's license, a storage lot, and a computer. Since we don't have dozens of mechanics, helpers, salesmen, secretaries, etc. on our payroll; we are able to sell at greatly reduced prices. You will notice that we sometimes go with private auctions. Our reasons are twofold...the latest scam is to send bogus 2nd chance offers to customers from a fake email address in an attempt to scam them out of money. With a private auction the scammers won't know who our bidders are so if you get a 2nd chance offer from us you will know that it is the real deal! In addition, we set our reserves to sell which upsets other sellers! In fact, sometimes we set our reserve $1,000 or more below what our cost is. This leads other sellers to email our customers and knock our product! We will provide the winning bidder, upon request, with a complete bid history including the usernames & bid amounts of all other bidders. All new or low feedback (under 5 positives) bidders must first email us for no other reason than just to make contact. This way we know we have serious bidders! If you don't make contact we will cancel your bid and black you out from future bidding. We do this to avoid the de@dbe@t bidders, so please respect our policy. If you have a rating of 5 or better you don't have to email us. In the meantime, sit back and enjoy our site and add us to your favorites, because you just never know when your dream vehicle will pop up!!! We've put this vehicle through our EXTENSIVE inspection process & can report it has a great ride & drive! We do our best to let you know of any/all issues we can find on these vehicles since you're buying sight-unseen. The only nits we can pick are a missing centercap on the left front wheel and some minor curb rash on the wheels. WATCH THE VIDEO. If you have any specific questions then don't hesitate to call us email us. Please understand we do our best to describe, in detail, every vehicle we offer to the Ebay public. However, if you have any hesitation during the bidding period, please obtain a Buyer's Inspection PRIOR TO PLACING YOUR BID to satisfy yourself. After the auction ends, understand you are the legal winning bidder of this auction and agree to all our Terms and Conditions. Feel free to fly-in & drive this one home to momma! It is mechanically sound & ready to make a trip. Be sure and take a look at the book values on this vehicle (or any other we have for sale) before you bid. We stopped offering a built-in BuyIt Now option due to ebay's policy of letting anyone with an email address register a username. We had half a dozen de@dbe@t bidders in a row hit the BIN with no intention of paying. We do have a BuyIt Now price so give us a call if you're interested. Make sure you call us for more information on this vehicle. As always though, our reserve is THOUSANDS less than NADA value so bid early & bid often so you don't miss out! Don't be outbid at the last minute! With the eBay proxy bidding system all you have to do is enter the maximum amount you're willing to pay when you get ready to bid. Ebay will then automatically bid against other people for you up to that amount to help make sure you don't miss out. This saves you from getting sniped in the last few seconds of an auction by someone with a computer program. Don't try and bid in small increments at the last minute...go ahead & bid the full amount you're willing to pay then let eBay do the hard work! This vehicle is for sale locally so we must reserve the right to end the auction early due to local sale. However, once the reserve is met then we will let the auction run its course & sell to the high bidder. Now for the fine print... AS IS - NO WARRANTY This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. Please be aware that we are NOT PERFECT. We go to great lengths to make sure our ads are correct, BUT occasionally we do make a mistake. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Folks, we don't mean to sound harsh, but we do sell used cars. If you want a car in brand new condition then go pay anywhere from $20-60,000 or more at a new car dealer. We will make every reasonable effort to describe the vehicle, and we include many photos to assist in that effort. However, it is important to remember that these vehicles are pre-owned, not brand new. Therefore, minor items such as cigarette lighters, manuals, CD changer magazines, keyless entry remotes, etc. may be missing. And, as with any used vehicle, minor signs of wear may become apparent under close inspection. This may include small chips, light scratches or minor abrasions, wheel scuffs, and other indications of normal wear and tear. We cannot and will not be held liable or responsible for these issues. We Disclose our cars as much as we can, But don't forget you are bidding on a USED car. If you have any questions about the condition please feel free to contact us. We Sell At Below-Wholesale Prices And Cannot Provide Spare Keys Or Floor Mats Unless They Are Already With A Vehicle. Feel free to contact us if you need this information. We CANNOT Be Held Responsible For Expenses Or Repairs Beyond The Point Of Delivery. We say this for the simple fact that once you leave then what happens hundreds of miles down the road is out of our control. We do our best to make all our vehicles road-ready. In most cases we have already driven them 4-800 miles ourselves. Terms of Sale Winning bidder MUST contact us within 24 hours of auction end and make arrangements for payment at that time. Balance due within 5 days of auction end. This is due to the large number of de@dbeat bidders out there. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or otherwise dispose of it. PLEASE arrange your own financing prior to bidding. De@dbeat bidders WILL receive negative feedback & be reported to ebay. Payment Must Be Made VIA Cashier's Check, Bank-to-Bank Wire Transfer, or Cash (in person). We must be able to verify funds prior to vehicle delivery. Generally we have almost all titles on hand. However, we sometimes buy vehicles that are dealer trade-ins where there is a payoff involved so the title may be delayed. Feel free to contact us if you need to verify we have the title on hand for a particular vehicle. All Titles Are Held For Up To 14 Working Days For Funds To Clear, Then Will Be Sent via Priority Mail. On Average, Titles Go Out Within a Few Days, But Occasionally There May Be Delays Beyond Our Control. We Cannot Accept Credit Card or Escrow Payments. Fee and Tax Information: MS Residents Must Pay The 5% State Sales Tax on all motorized vehicles (7% on anything else such as campers, travel trailers, etc.) and a $99 Title/Doc Fee. All Other U.S. Buyers Will Pay Their Own State Taxes Themselves In Their Home State along with a $99 Documentation Fee in addition to the winning bid. This covers our costs for a notary, Fedex charges, and other paperwork including a temporary transit tag. Lousiana, Canadian and other foreign buyers must pay a $149 Documentation Fee to cover the extra Fedex and other expenses associated with doing international (and Cajun) paperwork. We're happy to help ARRANGE shipping however ultimately it is the buyer's responsibility to pick up or ship the vehicle. If you want to have your vehicle shipped we recommend DAS Auto Shippers. We've used them many times in the past with good reults. For the best rate contact them directly. Call 800-626-2505 for the fastest quote. To save money be sure and specify "terminal to terminal" shipping. We'll drop the vehicle off at their local terminal here at no charge to save you money. If you pick up the vehicle at a terminal nearby instead of having it delivered to your doorstep then you'll save even more! If you don't want to make the long trip home then we have a local retired Army Sergeant Major that can drive most vehicles to you. He charges $1/mile for cars, $1.25/mile for light trucks and SUVs, and $1.50/mile for heavy-duty trucks and RVs. His charge is non-negotiable and must be paid separately. If you prefer to fly in & drive home we'll be glad to pick you up at Jackson Internation Airport ("JAN"), the local Greyhound station, or the Amtrak Depot. Our business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday (CST). Please arrange your flight times accordingly. We are more than happy to provide free pickup during normal business hours. We no longer will deliver vehicles after-hours or on weekends. Occasionally things pop up like a blown fuse or a headlight going out and after hours a mechanic isn't there to fix it. We will store your vehicle up to 90 days free, however you must provide full coverage insurance. We will not be responsible for damage or theft while in storage here. Our insurance policy will not allow it. If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please make sure that the contact information (email address and phone number) in your ebay profile is up to date. If you're email bounces back on us then we will block you from further bids until you call us. Occasionally we may call to verify a bidder is legitimate. If we can't reach you then we reserve the right to cancel your bid. Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. We spend approximately $150 per listing. This is how we make our living. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to Ebay, and negative feedback posted. We are not one of those sellers who is afraid to leave bad feedback where it is due even at the risk of receiving it ourselves in return(one of the major flaws in eBay's feedback system). You can look at our "feedback left for others" page for proof. PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION. At our dealership we work very hard to accurately describe our vehicles through text descriptions and elaborate photos. When you purchase a pre-owned vehicle it is not a new vehicle. Any used vehicle can have normal wear and blemishes. Before placing a bid please read the descriptions thoroughly and view all pictures.