V90 3.0CD For Sale

[Ben1s]

Yes I did post previously and that did happen but after carrying much research in the car it appears to be the pattern part lamda sensors that are the problem and nothing else. One of the pattern sensors we found wasn't correctly installed when the new exhaust system was fitted for whatever reason and so didn't help the situation.

For obvious reasons if there was something wrong with the car I wouldn't be advertising it, especially after spending so much time, effort and money in the car.

When one has spent a small fortune on investing in a car such as this it's quite demoralising to receive a comment such as this, I would like to see the condition of other people's cars on here compared to this, as this would knock the socks off theirs! And at least I'm honest as if I wasn't I wouldn't have mentioned anything.

[cheshired5]

Originally Posted by Ben1s

Yes I did post previously and that did happen but after carrying much research in the car it appears to be the pattern part lamda sensors that are the problem and nothing else. One of the pattern sensors we found wasn't correctly installed when the new exhaust system was fitted for whatever reason and so didn't help the situation.

For obvious reasons if there was something wrong with the car I wouldn't be advertising it, especially after spending so much time, effort and money in the car.

When one has spent a small fortune on investing in a car such as this it's quite demoralising to receive a comment such as this, I would like to see the condition of other people's cars on here compared to this, as this would knock the socks off theirs! And at least I'm honest as if I wasn't I wouldn't have mentioned anything.

You've said 2 contradictory statements so understandably, I'm going to ask which is correct.
If that kind of basic question is demoralising and prickles your defences, I'm probably not the buyer for you.

Good luck with the sale.

[Ben1s]

Apologies to anyone else reading the posts on my car but Cheshired5's comments are quite unhelpful.

There is nothing wrong with this beautiful car. The same mechanic that I have been using for the past twelve years has tested and overhauled everything and anything that could have caused the car to choke up on one occasion. The Air flow meter and the throttle body have also been closely inspected and cleaned to ensure everything is as it should be. The engine has also had a carbonation clean to additionally ensure everything is as it should be.

The last item to be replaced that could have caused any problems are the Lambda sensors as previously explained, the new ones are genuine Volvo, these will be replaced shortly to ensure everything is as it should be.

Please remember the car is 20 years old now and has had a lot of care, expense, time and dedication to keep it in this condition.

Obviously I am happy for anyone to carry out a detailed inspection of the car as there is nothing to hide.

[garethXC]

Cherished5 is correct tho....
"There is nothing wrong with this beautiful car"
.. apart from the EML light on apparently caused by bad lamda's..

[rwdkev]

I distinctly remember this car being on sale in the first quarter of 2016. At that time I was in the market for an excellent V90 3.0 CD. I've had two 960's in the past with the same green paintwork, 20-spoke wheel and grey leather combination, albeit ruched style so it was right up my street.

I remember it not only because of the cars exemplary condition (this has to be one of the best in the country and certainly the best I've seen advertised for many years) but also the eBay listing that was so extensive that it read like the works of Shakespear - ironic as the car was located not far from Stratford-upon-Avon.

I nearly enquired to go and view it, not just because it was very close to where I work in Leamington Spa but because I was genuinely considering purchasing it. The only thing that put me off in the end was the light grey interior (shows the dirt too easily), not the price.

Part of me is still regretting it because it would have been the buy of a lifetime - ones as good as this come up once in a blue moon. A month later I found one with a dark grey interior and that made more sense for what was going to be an everyday car for me. Unfortunately for me, it wasn't quite as good as this one in question here.

After all the work that has been done, and the money that has been spent, why not actually fit those lambda sensors before offering up for sale? That way, it would have indeed been a perfect car as implied. A lit engine management light would put a lot of people off and for some, given them the perfect excuse they would be looking for to knock down the price. And the main point for the controversy here in this thread would have been avoided........

[cheshired5]

Originally Posted by Ben1s

Apologies to anyone else reading the posts on my car but Cheshired5's comments are quite unhelpful.

I haven't made a comment. I've asked questions based on your words in this and another thread which are contradictory.

Whilst we're on the subject of you contradicting yourself, how about this..... once again, your words.

Originally Posted by Ben1s

It's not running that rich as fuel consumption hasn't changed, neither does the exhaust get sooted up.

But previously, you've said.....

Originally Posted by Ben1s

The exhaust has black soot again now so the engine is definitely running rich.

Here's the other thread so others can read and decide whether I'm being unhelpful or just asking questions based on your inconsistencies.

[Ben1s]

Jesus, do you have nothing else to do with your time or something???? why don't you clear off and go and annoy someone else! You have made it quite clear that you are not interested in the car so stop annoying me!

Just to let everyone else know, the car is now not for sale as I will get the new Lambda Sensors fitted as clearly it seems to be causing a lot of problems on here.

I thought it would be a good idea to advertise the car on here as I thought people might be quite understanding and appreciate the car, how wrong can I be and do you know what I wouldn't want to sell the car to you anyway.

Once the new sensors are fitted and the car has been driven for a while to make sure it's spot on, if I decide to sell I certainly won't be coming back here, thanks for putting me off this community.

Shame you weren't more helpful and vocal when I posted a few weeks ago!

[cheshired5]

Originally Posted by Ben1s

Jesus, do you have nothing else to do with your time or something???? why don't you clear off and go and annoy someone else!

I wished you good luck with the sale and was happy to bow out of the thread previously but you brought my name back into the mix and I duly responded.

No one expects a 20 year old car to be issue free so if it's advertised as running perfectly and needing nothing, it had better be.

You've gone from an opening post offering near perfection for top dollar to removing from sale because there is an outstanding issue and your defensive and evasive attitude confirms that all is not as it seems.

If I'm wrong, no doubt your inbox will be bursting with offers ignoring my unhelpful and annoying questions.

[baggy798]

So did you do what everyone said in that other thread and read the stored codes? The lambda light is a check engine light, it doesn't necessarily mean it's the sensors.

The correct Bosch 960 sensors are available on ebay for £65. Three times the price for a Volvo branded one is scandalous.

[doingitsideways]

Well... That escalated quickly!

Personally, if I was looking for top dollar for what certainly looks to be a VERY tidy car, I'd have the Lambdas replaced before advertising it. If that is the problem and the MIL then goes away, then it can be advertised and sold as perfect.

Shoe on the other foot; I wouldn't even entertain paying that for a car with a running issue.
Granted, it looks perfect in every other respect, but I've been bitten too many times with sellers' claims to sort problems before collection only to turn up to find either a fix hasn't worked, or they've just not bothered at all.

Appreciate it can be hard to read Chesh's comments, but he's only doing what most diligent buyers would do when looking to buy a "special" car like this.
Only the same really as checking up on a car's MOT history and reading between the lines.
It's hard to take criticism, especially online as there is no tone of voice etc to read, but taking it personally and snapping back will do yourself no favours.

All that said, it does look a lovely car and I wish you the best with the sale.