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Originally Posted by automotiverev
Hi,
What I'd really like to know is who made the engine (Volvo, Mitsubishi, VW etc) and how reliable it is. I've been warned that there is a serious reliability issue with the diesel engined S40. I'm happy to buy high mileage and to treat the car with tlc, but I don't want to buy a mechanical problem.
Thanks for any help you can give!
John
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I believe that it's a Renault engine. I have no personal experience but my diesel specialist advised me not to buy any Volvo with a Renault diesel engine. The car is made with other engines though.
Hope this is some help.
Roy