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Cambelt failure on Volvo XC90

My Volvo XC90 had a cambelt tensioner fault which resulted in the cambelt breaking and the engine being wrecked. I need a new cylinder head etc. The garage quoted £4,582.50 and said that the car was worth £5,000. They have agreed (Dealer and Volvo) to a 20% discount.
The car has always been serviced, is just under 7 years old and has done 86,000 miles. Should I expect a Volvo to write itself off or should I expect them to help me more? Normal cambelt change is 10 years or 96,000 miles.

Asked on 13 July 2011 by blob

Answered by Honest John
No, you should not expect any more help. Never trust 10 year timing belt changes.
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