We are looking for a first car for our 18-year-old son.  We found a 1998 S70
on ebay which happens to be located in our area.  The car has 175,000 miles.
The auction says "local trade" but the car has a New Jersey dealership name
plate on the back.  I haven't sprung for the Carfax report yet.

What sort of maintenance issues might I expect from an S70 of this vintage?
It evidently is not a turbo.  Some of the issues listed on the auction page
are evidently common with this model.  Safety is our main concern, so we are
leaning toward a Volvo of some description.  Any advice will be appreciated.
Here is the vehicle description from the auction:

     Vehicle Description

    1998 volvo s70. Local trade. This car is in good condition runs and
drives great and looks good. this vehicle has a lot of equipment and ice
cold a/c. I have receipts dating back a year for tires oil changes and a
recent tune up. the car is mechanically sound with a few minor flaws. there
is a dent on the driver side rear corner see pics. The driver rear door will
not unlock. the power door locks does not operate the pass door. there is a
stain on the driver side floor behind the driver seat. I can not get the
radio to come on. the paint is glossy and looks great other than a few minor
scratches on the trunk.  The car needs nothing to drive anywhere.

Thanks