Originally Posted by elCheapoDeluxe

They offered a 50k mile warranty and roadside assistance before - but I guess this lessens sticker shock over regular maintenance costs. Previously they offered only the first service at 7,500mi with the car. It is true that Volvo dealer service is freaking expensive, and there is a reputation that european makes go through things like brake pads and rotors more frequently - though I can't say this has been my experience. My tires needed replacement around 50k, the front brake pads needed replacement around 60k, and heaven help you if you need to replace a headlight bulb (either pull out the engine or find a ten year old with really small hands to help you) but everything else was just normal interval service. Have driven 85k and have yet to have something break on my Volvo - the first car I have ever been able to say that about in pothole ridden California . YMMV.