Hello Volvoprofis, yesterday it turned out that my starter is defective. I drive a Volvo V50 2.0d, on the starter stands FoMoCo (so a Ford starter). Unfortunately a well-known problem with Volvo, however, this starter is not at all of stretch and so I assume the Ford has these problems too. Since Volvo dealers charge outrageous 478€ net for a small stepper motor (starter). Did I ask directly at Ford times, as they demand for the same component 256€ gross. Now I am of the opinion, however, according to various forums, that this starter is scrapped and you might get better from third parties. What is your opinion about this starter, was it possibly improved in the years? or did you have better experience with other manufacturers? Thank you Greeting Philip