Unclefester Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 Well with the honda prelude going to a new home at the end of the week.with thanks to the members for marking that possible with help and advice. For the short time ive been here ive felt very welcomed and not made to be a outsider it's a gr8 community you have here. But a replacement will now be needed and I have a hankering for a volvo estate why i don't know maybe something in the water lol. Amishtat, Broadsword, Mrs6C and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 You can’t go wrong with a Volvo (well nearly, just don’t read my threads about mine). Good luck with the search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 27, 2019 Author Share Posted January 27, 2019 You can’t go wrong with a Volvo (well nearly, just don’t read my threads about mine). Good luck with the search.Thank you just not sure on model what to avoid etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 Thank you just not sure on model what to avoid etcHaving had a few, the simplicity of the 740s still appeals. I have a phase 1 V70 which is very nice but just beginning to get complicated enough to be a ballache if it goes wrong. If I was looking (and I guess we always are to some extent) I would look at a 940 as they seem the perfect balance of simple enough to work on but mahoosive inside. Unclefester and GrumpiusMaximus 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 27, 2019 Author Share Posted January 27, 2019 Yes i think a 940 would fit the bill for my everyday family needs. Just finding a gd one lol. Regards lewis ✌️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 Yes i think a 940 would fit the bill for my everyday family needs. Just finding a gd one lol.Regards lewis ✌️Worth keeping an eye on the Volvo owners forum, they aren't usually cheap on there but the odd bargain pops up and most have been well looked after on there. But be warned, some strange folk inhabit it............. aldo135 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 27, 2019 Author Share Posted January 27, 2019 Thanks for the advice buddy hopefully something nwill pop up here I'd like to buy from the fourm if I can. Regards Lewis Tamworthbay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F143107320502 Looks interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fumbler Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 You definitely cannot go wrong with a Volvo... unless its electrics hate you. That's the only problem with a Volvo we've had. Father's current W reg V70 is perfect in every way. Any estate like the 740, 940(?) etc. should suit you down to the ground. GLWS rml2345 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 You definitely cannot go wrong with a Volvo... unless its electrics hate you. That's the only problem with a Volvo we've had. Father's current W reg V70 is perfect in every way. Any estate like the 740, 940(?) etc. should suit you down to the ground. GLWSThanks buddy for the info was in talks with the guy about this one. Mrs6C 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
95 quid Peugeot Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Could I tempt you with a hugely expensive classic On car and classic\ebay at 1750. Shiters price 1500 danthecapriman, Stevebrookman, Uncle Jimmy and 8 others 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0ldCh0d Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 An 850 on the drive aswell in that picture...is a possible sign that the 960 has probably been looked after. I imagine the 3.0 engine would be a bit gutsy on fuel. My S60 T5 is a bit gutsy on the fuel consumption front, but 260bhp is impressive in 3rd gear at the correct time...& addictive sometimes, the sound of that 5 cylinder howling..lovely. However, I still would not mind smoking around in that 960, comfy comfy big cars Volvos. P.s...My S60 is my first ever Volvo that I have owned & I have to say, every time I drive it, I like it more & more. If getting a V70 (phase 2 model) estate,Late 2004 (05 model year facelift) are the ones to have, & if you want performance & sleeper looks...the 2.4 T5 is the one to have, especially in Manual flavour...the Auto's are a more common however, I believe that the auto boxes are a bit ropey as they get older. I was originally looking at Focus ST's when my Volvo popped up on my radar. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymous user Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Ooh I want that Torslanda, I need to do some sums. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 IMG_20181020_1317167.jpgCould I tempt you with a hugely expensive classic On car and classic\ebay at 1750. Shiters price 1500Its beautiful and would love it jusy out of reach unfortunately boo hoo yeh im going to give the 3ltr a miss to big hopefully something will come along Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-M Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 IMG_20181020_1317167.jpg Could I tempt you with a hugely expensive classic On car and classic\ebay at 1750. Shiters price 1500 Oooooooof. Would you be upset if someone fitted a Chevy V8 to it? Unclefester and robinmasters 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutty2006 Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 I do miss my V70 tdi, and the V70 T5 we had in 2016. Both cars I wish I’d kept. Super reliable, comfy, barge like creations that always pleases. 0ldCh0d and Unclefester 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 My 740 was a fantastic thing, I'd still have it but running costs at the time were prohibitive and it had no end of wheel and tyre issues. It's with a bloke in Newcastle now. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 IMG_20181020_1317167.jpgCould I tempt you with a hugely expensive classic On car and classic\ebay at 1750. Shiters price 1500Which engine out of interest? Asking for a *cough* friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
95 quid Peugeot Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Stock 2.3 pez Tamworthbay 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tetleysmooth Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 I do miss my V70 tdi, and the V70 T5 we had in 2016. Both cars I wish I’d kept. Super reliable, comfy, barge like creations that always pleases. I sold my V70 2.5 turbo a few months ago. It was a P reg phase 1 auto.Although the car I replaced it with is perfectly fine - a 2003 Volvo C70 2.0 GT turbo auto, I do miss the old V70 and I'm keeping half an eye open for another one.Fester, if you do opt for a V70, those built after 1999 will probably have the electronic throttle module. They can be a problem and are expensive to fix.Having said that, my C70 has one fitted and is no problem whatsoever, but I think the problem was recognised and fixed by the time my car was built. If I'm wrong with that info, feel free to correct me people. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirley Knott Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 I ended up buying a 940 about two months after joining here (Funny how it all works out) Mine gave me a fair bit of grief to start off with as described in my 'Web Of Shite' thread but now it's up and running well I've become very fond of it, great cars. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 I ended up buying a 940 about two months after joining here (Funny how it all works out) Mine gave me a fair bit of grief to start off with as described in my 'Web Of Shite' thread but now it's up and running well I've become very fond of it, great cars.Fingers crossed one.comes up think it would suit my needs Shirley Knott 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyBastard Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Stock 2.3 pezI thought with those graphics and wheels it would be a torslanda and they only came in 2.0 iirc Sent from my G3121 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tetleysmooth Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 How about an 850 Fester?Not much info.If you're not a member of the forum, I can enquire for you.. https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=291083 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w00dy Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volvo-v70-T5/254099549012 Looks good for the money. My cheap V70 T5 (not quite as leggy as the one above) is soldiering on happily embarrassing much newer cars and not wanting for anything. Comfy, fast and practical. Mrs6C, Unclefester and BeEP 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 How about an 850 Fester?Not much info.If you're not a member of the forum, I can enquire for you.. https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=291083Worth an enquiry if its not too much trouble sir if u can be botherd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tetleysmooth Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 I can be bothered young Fester.I'll leave it for tonight, but deffo contact him tomorrow. Unclefester 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/volvo-for-sale/1327430449 this is local amd could get it for scarp price has stack's of receipts but short mot . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rml2345 Posted January 28, 2019 Share Posted January 28, 2019 Volvo eh? The SVM know a bit about Volvos...That 960 should be no worse on fuel than a 940 2.3LPT regardless of transmission but will likely be Swedish built so check the front floor pans and under the battery tray for grot. Same places go on 740s but Belgian built Volvos like the 740s,early 940s and 850s are overall less susceptible to tinworm. 850 wings rot though but phase 1 V70 ones don't. Generally electrics etc. Are fairly robust but Volvos last long enough to wear out the things that other cars don't so fuel pump relays, distributor Hall sensors and solid state Ignition Control Modules can and do give problems. Later cars are better in this regard but add complexity. ABS modules go senile on 900s and 850s and all suffer from the infamous odometer cog of cheese. On Redblock powered cars (240/740/940) HGF is possible due to the gasket wearing out but access for spannering is ridiculously easy on these and even then big FWD cars are generally easy to repair and maintain. It sounds like I'm being quite critical but really on a big Volvo so few things give actual trouble and all the common problems like those above are well documented and generally easy to sort.Pick of the bunch for me is an '87 on 2.3 litre 740 auto estate but really any of them should give many years of trouble free service. Squirrel2, Ghosty, aldo135 and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclefester Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 Volvo eh? The SVM know a bit about Volvos...That 960 should be no worse on fuel than a 940 2.3LPT regardless of transmission but will likely be Swedish built so check the front floor pans and under the battery tray for grot. Same places go on 740s but Belgian built Volvos like the 740s,early 940s and 850s are overall less susceptible to tinworm. 850 wings rot though but phase 1 V70 ones don't. Generally electrics etc. Are fairly robust but Volvos last long enough to wear out the things that other cars don't so fuel pump relays, distributor Hall sensors and solid state Ignition Control Modules can and do give problems. Later cars are better in this regard but add complexity. ABS modules go senile on 900s and 850s and all suffer from the infamous odometer cog of cheese. On Redblock powered cars (240/740/940) HGF is possible due to the gasket wearing out but access for spannering is ridiculously easy on these and even then big FWD cars are generally easy to repair and maintain. It sounds like I'm being quite critical but really on a big Volvo so few things give actual trouble and all the common problems like those above are well documented and generally easy to sort.Pick of the bunch for me is an '87 on 2.3 litre 740 auto estate but really any of them should give many years of trouble free service.Thank you for that really informative not information enjoyed it. Regards Lewis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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