Corrosion resistance is generally excellent with these, but examples that have been on UK & European roads all of their lives will already have been subject to over 2 decades of annual winter salt, mud & sand as a layer that tends to build up over the years attaching itself to the underside, arches, exhaust, engine bay, etc. Such a mixture often finds itself mixed with moisture resulting from use in typical weather in the UK. All combined this makes an effective electrolytic substance which is the cause of rust & other problems associated with corrosion. By contrast, in Japan cars don't corrode in the same way as in the U.K. & Europe. It shocks people when they see how corrosion free a well-chosen can from Japan can actually be... Such as this low mileage V70R phase 13, for example! In Japan salt isn't used on plains areas, only in the higher altitudes (mountains areas, etc). where people rarely go during winter due to difficult driving conditions and so even there, salt is rare. Japan's roads are well drained and protected from debris falling onto them since there are frequent earthquakes and typhoon rains can also occur. This means mud, etc. isn't to be found on roads, unlike the UK and for this reason, this example is completely rust free. For someone wanting only the very best examples available, it'll be hard to beat. As these V70R's were generally used as reliable workhorses (capable of very high mileages) on a daily basis, the vast majority in Europe & Scandinavia have suffered from rust & abuse. Despite this, they have a cult following, especially in Scandinavia.  It's possible the Swedes & Norwegians know a thing or two about how tough these old Volvos are, the secret is out and these are nostalgic cars these days, rare ones at that! This Phase 1 V70R had it's timing belt replaced at 92,215km and has been clearly very well cared for by its previous owner in Japan, with comprehensive service history and original books to be included with other paperwork. It has received a comprehensive service in the UK, inclusive of a replacement catalytic converter, oil & filter change, new spark plugs, air filter and gearbox flush with fresh Dextron 3 oil to ensure it continues to run perfectly for the new owner. Costing well over £30,000 when new in 1997 this represents a very capable serving of Performance Q-car family estate for the money. Now imported to the U.K. and offered by ourselves in partnership with our UK preparation agents JT Auto Classics.