Got myself an 850 GLT - Page 5

DaveNP · Jun 13th, 2020, 07:40

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Originally Posted by 4x4

Mission accomplished

I’ve finally finished my 850 and brought it back to a car that I’m sure Volvo would be happy to have in their showroom.

Never mind the Volvo showroom, you can be more than proud to have it parked on your drive.
I have to admit I'm not one for car polishing etc, but I do applaud the effort you have made even to the extent of rebuilding the bumpers, the result looks superb.

turboboy · Jun 13th, 2020, 15:14

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Originally Posted by DaveNP

Never mind the Volvo showroom, you can be more than proud to have it parked on your drive.
I have to admit I'm not one for car polishing etc, but I do applaud the effort you have made even to the extent of rebuilding the bumpers, the result looks superb.

I'll second that.

4x4 · Jun 13th, 2020, 18:33

Thanks for your kind words DaveNP & turboboy. I'm very happy with the results and it's going to be difficult to find another this good

GTechniq C4 applied to the bumpers now and the Rubber Clenz assigned to the bin

Attention to detail, I even painted the torx bolts that hold the bumper on... I fear my OCD is getting worse 🤣🤣

Baffler · Jun 15th, 2020, 07:31

You're so fortunate to have found such a good example and well done on returning it to its former glory. Fabulous motor, 4x4, I just love it!

And thanks for the heads-up regarding the trim resto

BorderVolvo · Jun 15th, 2020, 08:13

Car's looking fantastic, hope it's wearing plates in the original Charles Wright font opposed to 2001 type?!

4x4 · Jun 15th, 2020, 11:03

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Originally Posted by BorderVolvo

Car's looking fantastic, hope it's wearing plates in the original Charles Wright font opposed to 2001 type?!

Thanks and yes of course it's displaying pre 2001 fonts.

4x4 · Jun 15th, 2020, 12:48

Before & after

BorderVolvo · Jun 15th, 2020, 18:43

Good stuff

RaelG · Jun 16th, 2020, 22:44

I can only hope mine one day looks even remotely that good sir, absolutely spiffing effort. I just picked mine up yesterday, but of a project and certainly a lot to do so I shall be referring to this thread for inspiration! Fantastic job that man!

4x4 · Jun 17th, 2020, 08:54

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Originally Posted by RaelG

I can only hope mine one day looks even remotely that good sir, absolutely spiffing effort.

Thank you for your kind words, it took me a while to find the right car in good condition.

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Originally Posted by RaelG

I just picked mine up yesterday, but of a project and certainly a lot to do so I shall be referring to this thread for inspiration! Fantastic job that man!

Start a thread of your project, there is a lot of knowledgeable owners on here will be willing to give you advice

Jun 13th, 2020, 18:33	#43
4x4 Premier Member Last Online: Today 17:00 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: North of Hadrian's Wall & South of Antonine's Wall View Photos By: 4x4	Thanks for your kind words DaveNP & turboboy. I'm very happy with the results and it's going to be difficult to find another this good GTechniq C4 applied to the bumpers now and the Rubber Clenz assigned to the bin Attention to detail, I even painted the torx bolts that hold the bumper on... I fear my OCD is getting worse 🤣🤣 __________________ MY2010 XC90 SE (M66-manual) Magic Blue (467) Sold MY1997 850 GLT (62,000 miles) Silver Sand (419) MY2005 V70 2.5T (66,000 miles) Willow Green (471) Volvo 850 GLT website

Jun 15th, 2020, 07:31	#44
Baffler Premier Member Last Online: Today 13:48 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Co. Limerick, Ireland	You're so fortunate to have found such a good example and well done on returning it to its former glory. Fabulous motor, 4x4, I just love it! And thanks for the heads-up regarding the trim resto __________________ Liam... '96 854 TDI SE, '99 V70 2.5D S, '05 C70 2.0T Collection, '05 S80 2.0T SE, '15 V70 D4 SE Lux Nav.

Jun 15th, 2020, 08:13	#45
BorderVolvo Member Last Online: Today 12:20 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: North of Jedburgh	Car's looking fantastic, hope it's wearing plates in the original Charles Wright font opposed to 2001 type?! __________________ V70 2.4 Phase 1.....2435cc.....Registered 31/3/2000.....Leather,AC,CC,etc!.....182k

Jun 15th, 2020, 18:43	#48
BorderVolvo Member Last Online: Today 12:20 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: North of Jedburgh	Good stuff __________________ V70 2.4 Phase 1.....2435cc.....Registered 31/3/2000.....Leather,AC,CC,etc!.....182k

Jun 16th, 2020, 22:44	#49
RaelG Senior Member Last Online: Mar 18th, 2024 15:39 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Gatwick	I can only hope mine one day looks even remotely that good sir, absolutely spiffing effort. I just picked mine up yesterday, but of a project and certainly a lot to do so I shall be referring to this thread for inspiration! Fantastic job that man! __________________ Current: 1996 850 2.5 SE Estate (project) and Mercedes CLS63 Previous Volvos: 1995 850 2.5 SE Saloon and 2003 V40 Sport Lux 1.9d Estate

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