Used Cars: buying a used volvo, volvo v70 awd, volvo v70

Question
I'm looking for a used Volvo v70 AWD R. Is it reasonable to
expect to see service records for a 98/99/200 model? I'm British
and back in the UK most people wouldn't touch used Saabs and
Volvos without seeing what work has been done. The dealers I've
been talking to so far don't have any service records at all, and
seem to think it's crazy I should want to see them. Any tips?
Thanks in advance.

Answer
Hi scyld
I agree with the dealers , if i was looking to buy a vehicle being that age my only concern would be present performance,
What good are service records from the past if vehicle have had major problems 4 months ago and seller trying to unload

There are steps to follow when buying a used car and you will find them at my website  http://www.usedcartips.org/  
 
Look up...Test drive...take to mechanic... take it from there
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Regards
 Ray