My 52 plate D5 V70 Auto had the same black smoke problem. Turned out to be a split intercooler radiator problem. About 80k on the clock. Local Volvo specialist reckons it's a common problem. Fuel consumption was poor too. Repair was around £350 ish. Should feel the air escaping from the split when the engine is rev'd up. Might hear a whistle (outside) too.
Car has now done 99500 miles and it looks like it now has the dreaded Injector problem with poor starting.
However, fantastic car, brilliant comfort, fuel consumption, ride and great engine..so I will be keeping the car....for now.
Last edited by palwing; Oct 16th, 2008 at 18:50.
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