[Timmilne]

For sale is my T-5R estate auto in original Cream Yellow — the ULEZ charge has proven to be a sufficient disincentive to driving it, sadly.

There are a couple of issues I was going to sort out, but now I'd rather leave them for the next owner and reflect it in the price.

There is an oil leak from the head gasket (leaking to the outside, not into water jacket) and possible worn valve guides and/or stem seals. Either way, the remedy is the same — a head rebuild — though the engine and transmission run faultlessly and so there's no urgency to get these done.

One of the rear shocks has oil misting and needs replacing. These are Nivomats, so won't be cheap.

There are two spots of rust on the rear tailgate (shown in the pic), and other than a small ding in the OSR door, the bodywork is straight and rot-free. Paint is original and faded in parts.

Wheels are in good shape with a couple of kerb-marks. Tyres are Michelin Pilot 4S

There is a crack in the windscreen on the passenger side, but not an MOT failure.

However... the interior is almost spotless, bar some wear to driver's seat bolster, but it's not ripped and would probably restore.

It's been regularly serviced in the 30 months I've owned it including a cam-belt swap and PCV replacement around 125K. I also upgraded the brakes to 302mm discs and braided lines

Everything works on it other than the heated seats. AC blows ice-cold.

The odometer failed shortly after I bought it, but I did the cog fix immediately so the 143K (and counting) mileage is genuine. I've done 20K of that in 30 months, which is testament to its solidity. This is a two-owner car with extensive service history including Volvo main dealer until 2015. MOT til Nov 23

As I say, this is a car that needs to go to an enthusiast who'll address the things that need doing and build on its considerable strengths— it has the potential to be a really wonderful example

£9,500 ono

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