Older Volvo parts availability

StanC · Aug 22nd, 2018, 15:32

I've always used genuine Volvo spares for my 1996 960 3Ltr 24v. Today I phoned my Volvo dealer to order a few service bits from them. They tell me that the air filter element for my car now comes up on the system as 'part expired' - ie, Volvo no longer produce them. I can understand car manufacturers phasing out non-service components, but I would expect common service spares such as filter elements to be available long-term.

Can anyone recommend a good quality alternative air filter element supplier?

Stan.

XC90Mk1 · Aug 22nd, 2018, 16:24

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Originally Posted by StanC

I've always used genuine Volvo spares for my 1996 960 3Ltr 24v. Today I phoned my Volvo dealer to order a few service bits from them. They tell me that the air filter element for my car now comes up on the system as 'part expired' - ie, Volvo no longer produce them. I can understand car manufacturers phasing out non-service components, but I would expect common service spares such as filter elements to be available long-term.

Can anyone recommend a good quality alternative air filter element supplier?

Stan.

I know with my xc90 (modern so not the same) the Volvo oil filter genuine is made by Mann filters (stamp present on unit).

I would try a Mann product as they are proper filtration design company, I would also use fram. Crossland and bosh don’t produce their own filters. I would not use a crossland product myself.

jor · Aug 22nd, 2018, 20:37

If you have a look on ebay there are some volvo air filters, also a Febi, which is a good make, or there's always K/N which are pricey, but can be cleaned reoiled and reused.

jor

XC90Mk1 · Aug 22nd, 2018, 20:53

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Originally Posted by jor

If you have a look on ebay there are some volvo air filters, also a Febi, which is a good make, or there's always K/N which are pricey, but can be cleaned reoiled and reused.

jor

I don’t believe all the hype reference k and n

Clan · Aug 22nd, 2018, 21:34

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Originally Posted by StanC

I've always used genuine Volvo spares for my 1996 960 3Ltr 24v. Today I phoned my Volvo dealer to order a few service bits from them. They tell me that the air filter element for my car now comes up on the system as 'part expired' - ie, Volvo no longer produce them. I can understand car manufacturers phasing out non-service components, but I would expect common service spares such as filter elements to be available long-term.

Can anyone recommend a good quality alternative air filter element supplier?

Stan.

Did they try volvo classic parts warehouse in Sweden? that should have been their next step , they do try to stock parts which could take the car off the road ...

AndyV7o · Aug 22nd, 2018, 22:33

Mahle filters, or Mann.
Both top quality, and both make/made volvo oe filters.
Mahle make a big thing about how their filters are constructed properly so as to perform and protect properly, as good as or better than oe.
Stay away from Fram, they purport to be the best but lots of independant tests have found them to be woeful at best, screw-on canister filters in particular as you can't see inside, they can have less than half the filter media, folded poorly, very flimsy not really fit for purpose bypass valves, etc. I was shocked when I saw the cut-away filters in various tests, on par with cheap chinese rubbish.

StanC · Aug 22nd, 2018, 23:11

Many thanks, all, for your responses - that's been very helpful. My local independent garage deals with Mann Hummel, so I will probably just go with him.

Thanks again . . . . .

Stan

DSK · Aug 23rd, 2018, 07:53

Another vote for Mann Filters.

I was using OEM Volvo filter on my daily C70. But since car parts for less have regular discounts, I got a whole bag of Mann filers (knowing they are a premium filter as mentioned by others) for less than the cost of Volvo's OEM air filter alone. Car runs sweet as it always has.

arctan · Sep 14th, 2018, 21:06

Or, you you want to treat your car, and pick out even more particles from you oil, try Royal Purple. They also make some expensive oils!

AndyV7o · Sep 14th, 2018, 21:59

Very expensive, and, amongst its peers, rather lacklustre.
(The general consensus of oil nerds/chemists and engine folk, who know their onions and do used oil analysis like everyday folk brush their teeth)

Aug 22nd, 2018, 15:32	#1
StanC 'Mature' Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 21:16 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne	Older Volvo parts availability I've always used genuine Volvo spares for my 1996 960 3Ltr 24v. Today I phoned my Volvo dealer to order a few service bits from them. They tell me that the air filter element for my car now comes up on the system as 'part expired' - ie, Volvo no longer produce them. I can understand car manufacturers phasing out non-service components, but I would expect common service spares such as filter elements to be available long-term. Can anyone recommend a good quality alternative air filter element supplier? Stan.

Aug 22nd, 2018, 20:37	#3
jor VOC 20573 Last Online: Jul 10th, 2023 22:14 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: wembley	If you have a look on ebay there are some volvo air filters, also a Febi, which is a good make, or there's always K/N which are pricey, but can be cleaned reoiled and reused. jor __________________ Volvo 940 SE 1994 D24Tic. BMW C1 85 mpg

Aug 23rd, 2018, 07:53	#8
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	Another vote for Mann Filters. I was using OEM Volvo filter on my daily C70. But since car parts for less have regular discounts, I got a whole bag of Mann filers (knowing they are a premium filter as mentioned by others) for less than the cost of Volvo's OEM air filter alone. Car runs sweet as it always has. __________________ 2000 C70 T5 GT Coupe 1998 S70R / 1995 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo 2007 Mercedes CLS 320 CDI / 2011 Mercedes S350 Bluetec 2007 Suzuki GSXR-1000

Sep 14th, 2018, 21:06	#9
arctan Member Last Online: Mar 26th, 2024 18:43 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Wembley London	Hi end filter. Or, you you want to treat your car, and pick out even more particles from you oil, try Royal Purple. They also make some expensive oils!

Aug 22nd, 2018, 22:33	#6
AndyV7o Premier Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2021 20:47 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Creswell	Mahle filters, or Mann. Both top quality, and both make/made volvo oe filters. Mahle make a big thing about how their filters are constructed properly so as to perform and protect properly, as good as or better than oe. Stay away from Fram, they purport to be the best but lots of independant tests have found them to be woeful at best, screw-on canister filters in particular as you can't see inside, they can have less than half the filter media, folded poorly, very flimsy not really fit for purpose bypass valves, etc. I was shocked when I saw the cut-away filters in various tests, on par with cheap chinese rubbish.

Aug 22nd, 2018, 23:11	#7
StanC 'Mature' Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 21:16 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne	Many thanks, all, for your responses - that's been very helpful. My local independent garage deals with Mann Hummel, so I will probably just go with him. Thanks again . . . . . Stan

Sep 14th, 2018, 21:59	#10
AndyV7o Premier Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2021 20:47 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Creswell	Very expensive, and, amongst its peers, rather lacklustre. (The general consensus of oil nerds/chemists and engine folk, who know their onions and do used oil analysis like everyday folk brush their teeth)

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