Any S/V70R owners here?

[Stedman]

So any of you guys about? Any experiences of ownership etc etc etc.

Im really interested in getting a S/V70R, but want to get the right one. All the R's for sale at the moment are AWD and my pockets arnt deep enough for them!

N.B-I cant even FIND a S70R for sale

[Allblackdup]

I've recently bought a V70 R. Its a 98 p1 version. Are you looking at more the newer type?

I've only had it a week or so, so i'm not really in a good position to advise on ownership just yet, though its definately a great big spacious, practical car with excellent comfy seats, lots of kit and of course a lovely kick from that engine!

There's quite a few owners forums around, all of which have cars advertised regularly on them and contain loads of useful info.

http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/index.php
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/

If you're after an older one like mine and i can help with any info, give me a shout!

Gaz

[Stedman]

Ah cool! What colour is yours? I already have an R reg TDI V70, but ive found myself in the position of being able to afford an R. I really don't want to waste this opportunity as im only 19 years old

Edited by Stedman on Saturday 4th April 11:40

[Allblackdup]

Its Nautic Blue, which is a dark blue colour. I really wanted a Saffron (Orange) one, but i couldn't find a good example in Orange and with decent mileage. A lot of the ones advertised have 150k + on them! I don't honestly think that's a bad thing, its just i wanted something with less mileage etc.

Auto trader and Pistonheads clasifieds are good places to look. I sourced mine from PH classifieds.

[Galileo1]

I've owned 2, one 2wd (series1) one 4wd(series2).Series 1 was a lot more 'rough round the edges' series 2 lot more comfortable - best seats ive sat in, and its more predictable with 4wd but not as quick as 2wd and not as much fun! All in all both good comfortable cars, reasonable running costs and an under-rated car IMO.

[Stedman]

Cheers for the replies guys. Im guessing i shouldn't touch this one at the bottom of the page with a barge pole because of the AWD 'converted' to 2wd.

I am tempted by the colour alone though..!

Will ask the forums aswell.

[tandino]

Buy my black 850R manual in the Pistonheads classifieds then!

[Stedman]

Tandino, i am VERY tempted I would be keeping it in Sussex aswell!

I will check out the insurance quotes (im a young 'un).

Very nice care either way

[Dann]

FYI : I have a 2004 S60R , and have done 100k in it

Speed : Very Nice and pleasant
Braking : Reasonable
Handling : in comfort - pathetic : Sport - reasonable : Race - bone jarring but puts a smile on your face for 5 minutes (before your back gives out)

Positives : lovely cruiser to do the commute (sport mode) , can overtake as necessary , brilliant (in fact i cannot find a car to touch this for getting to work every day and i have been looking for months)

Negatives : Cost of ownership is astronomical : Chews brake pads and discs every two months , had pretty much every mechanical part replaced , everytime it goes in for a service its avearge bill is £1250 the most has been £2500 , and it has regular in between trips too

Summary : Uniqueness, great car, could do with better handling at the front, perfect for long trips, perfect for oil barons or volvo service departments

[Stedman]

Allblackdup said:

Its Nautic Blue, which is a dark blue colour. I really wanted a Saffron (Orange) one, but i couldn't find a good example in Orange and with decent mileage. A lot of the ones advertised have 150k + on them! I don't honestly think that's a bad thing, its just i wanted something with less mileage etc.

Auto trader and Pistonheads clasifieds are good places to look. I sourced mine from PH classifieds.

Allblackdup, your R wasn't from the Brighton area by any chance was it?

[muscas]

2000 V70R Laser Blue owner here.

Bought the car 6 years ago.

ETM replacement, about 3 years ago, cost £550, I believe its a £220 repair now.
Had the Cat replaced under manufactures warranty, about 5 1/2 years ago.
That's the highlights.

[Allblackdup]

Stedman said:

Allblackdup said:

Its Nautic Blue, which is a dark blue colour. I really wanted a Saffron (Orange) one, but i couldn't find a good example in Orange and with decent mileage. A lot of the ones advertised have 150k + on them! I don't honestly think that's a bad thing, its just i wanted something with less mileage etc.

Auto trader and Pistonheads clasifieds are good places to look. I sourced mine from PH classifieds.

Allblackdup, your R wasn't from the Brighton area by any chance was it?

[Stedman]

Allblackdup said:

Stedman said:

Allblackdup said:

Its Nautic Blue, which is a dark blue colour. I really wanted a Saffron (Orange) one, but i couldn't find a good example in Orange and with decent mileage. A lot of the ones advertised have 150k + on them! I don't honestly think that's a bad thing, its just i wanted something with less mileage etc.

Auto trader and Pistonheads clasifieds are good places to look. I sourced mine from PH classifieds.

Allblackdup, your R wasn't from the Brighton area by any chance was it?

This one? If so, i really REALLY hate you. I was going to contact the seller and saw it had sold.

LIVID!

[C2HYM]

The V70R is more than fast enough for every day driving, LOADS of space, plenty of kit, great sound system, excellent seats and have that lovely 5 pot burble.

Mines got the twin exit exhausts which I believe is a later MY thing, but its worth trying to find a later one just for that, as it looks much cooler imo.

If you do end up with one, its worth giving Don @ Kalmar-Union a ring, he worked the MTE magic on mine and its a rocket ship now.

[Allblackdup]

C2HYM said:

If you do end up with one, its worth giving Don @ Kalmar-Union a ring, he worked the MTE magic on mine and its a rocket ship now.

Was this a remap on the standard ecu or a replacement? what sort of gains did you get?

[morgrp]

tandino said:

Buy my black 850R manual in the Pistonheads classifieds then!

You motor is a sex machine - If I had the cash...

In fairness the 850R is a simpler and IMHO, better car - That said both the 850 and V70R's are superb motors

[Callyuk]

Allblackdup said:

C2HYM said:

If you do end up with one, its worth giving Don @ Kalmar-Union a ring, he worked the MTE magic on mine and its a rocket ship now.

Was this a remap on the standard ecu or a replacement? what sort of gains did you get?

it would be a remap of the standard ecu mate

[C2HYM]

Callyuk said:

Allblackdup said:

C2HYM said:

If you do end up with one, its worth giving Don @ Kalmar-Union a ring, he worked the MTE magic on mine and its a rocket ship now.

Was this a remap on the standard ecu or a replacement? what sort of gains did you get?

it would be a remap of the standard ecu mate

[storm troll]

Im selling my S70R... Here Is The Specs For It So U DOnt Have To Go Hunting...


Volvo S70 R.
P Reg:
2.4 Auto.
148000 Miles.
Service History:


Full Service Yesterday (04/06/09).
MOT Yesterday (04/06/09).

BODY:

All Usual R Specs:

Black With Beige Leather/Suede Interior.

Full Air Conditoning.

Climate Control.

Electric Memory Seats/Heated Seats.

Electric Sunroof.

Comet Alloy Wheels, Recently Pro Stripped and Re Finished Back To Original Finish.

Smoked Tinted Windows.

Full Interior Blue LED Lighting and Dashboard Conversion.

Fitted Turbo Guage.

HID Headlight Conversion Kit Fitted.

Cruise Control.

Trip Computer.

Traction Control.

Volvo Strut Brace.





STEREO TWIN HEAD UNITS:

Dension DH100ix Head Unit Hard Drive MP3 System With 80 Gb USB Removable Hard Drive.

Alpine CD/MP3/WMA 9831R Head Unit.

8 Speaker System Throughout Vehicle.

Both Head Units Have Removable Faces.




ENGINE:

Rica Tune 310 bhp Re Map.

Polished Silver Fuel Rail Cover.

Iridium Spark Plugs and Leads.

Uprated Air Filter.

Stainless Custom Made Exhaust. 3.5 Inch Pipe. Custom Racing CAT and Back Box
With 5inch Chrome Rolled Tail Pipe.




BRAKES:

Uprated Brembo Discs / Ferodo Pads.

Car is In Great Condition Both Inside And Out. Great Performer.


Im Asking £3000 All In Or £2.500 Minus The Twin Head Unit System.
Whoever Gets This Car Is Gonna Be a Lucky Perosn With A Big Smile For a Long Time...
Feel Free To PM Or Email Me If You Have Any Questions...

[Stedman]

storm troll said:

Im selling my S70R...

Very nice car, but more mod'd than i like.

Still good luck! Have you tried Volvoforums or T5D5.org?

Have those wheels been painted/'furbed a different colour or is that the 'Anthracite' colour?

Cheers,

Stedman.