Hello!

I'm not currently a Volvo owner, but I'd like to be! Just looking around at what's available for sale around Manchester and a S60 D5 Auto has come available. I was originally shopping for Manuals, but this one does look to be in good condition.. however a couple of questions:

1 - It's done around 70k. Would I be right in thinking that if I take it to a specialist and ask them to change the gearbox fluid & update the software then this is the best preventative maintenance I can do for the gearbox?
2 - Despite #1, are the autos significantly more unreliable? If I'm indifferent about what transmission I get, should I just wait for a manual?
3 - How much does the MPG change between a manual / auto? What do you get out of yours?


...I sort of wish I hadn't sat in a S60 and listened to that stereo. It's certainly a wonderful place to be! Just want to make sure my wallet doesn't wither into nothingness for want of asking a few questions first

Cheers,
Blueacid