Looking at 1999 V70R Phase 2. What are they like

Volvophile · Apr 1st, 2019, 21:18

As in the title, I have come across the above car that is for sale in the region of 2k. Are they a disappointing relation in the R line-up or worth a punt?

The car I am looking at is in decent condition, but will need a radiator and a steering rack repair.

turboboy · Apr 2nd, 2019, 09:01

You may be better posting in the V70 Ph2 section as this is for the Ph1's.

However, my son had a V70 Ph2, which he got rid of last year due to various problems, and we both agree that my Ph1 is better with regards to reliability (but his Ph3 is even worse!).

Having said that, there is a noticeable improvement in the ride quality and the sophistication / driver comfort through the range where my Ph1 has a quite hard where the Ph2 is must softer and the Ph3 is like a "magic carpet" by comparison.

HTH

volvo again · Apr 2nd, 2019, 09:21

Make sure you check the gearbox if an auto...they seem prone to problems.
The one I had previously would not reverse uphill...

ernie bluenose · Apr 2nd, 2019, 11:07

I may be wrong but surely any 1999 car has to be a phase 1 not phase 2.

My personal opinion is a good T5 will be nearly equivalent to a V70r probably for less money and without the rack problem.

IC · Apr 2nd, 2019, 11:33

Ernie, you're correct. There was three versions of the "classic" shape V70R, AFAIK the last version was the 265 bhp version with the twin exhaust pipes. How's the mirror?(met you at the services a few years ago to help)

XC90Mk1 · Apr 2nd, 2019, 19:00

Is it a disappointing car in relation to the 'R'.

Mate, its 2grand. Try and find a good R for that.

ernie bluenose · Apr 6th, 2019, 13:03

IC, The mirrors fine have not needed to use the drivers side spare you sorted.

Car is running fine and looking good. Just passed another MOT with no advisories so i am happy. Cheers Ernie.

Apr 1st, 2019, 21:18	#1
Volvophile Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:29 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Dublin	Looking at 1999 V70R Phase 2. What are they like As in the title, I have come across the above car that is for sale in the region of 2k. Are they a disappointing relation in the R line-up or worth a punt? The car I am looking at is in decent condition, but will need a radiator and a steering rack repair.

Apr 2nd, 2019, 09:01	#2
turboboy Master Member Last Online: Dec 15th, 2023 08:44 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Twickenham	V70 Ph2 You may be better posting in the V70 Ph2 section as this is for the Ph1's. However, my son had a V70 Ph2, which he got rid of last year due to various problems, and we both agree that my Ph1 is better with regards to reliability (but his Ph3 is even worse!). Having said that, there is a noticeable improvement in the ride quality and the sophistication / driver comfort through the range where my Ph1 has a quite hard where the Ph2 is must softer and the Ph3 is like a "magic carpet" by comparison. HTH __________________ Turboboy Current: 1998 Volvo V70 2.3 T5 Auto. Previous: 2000 Volvo V40 T4; 1981/2 265 (x2); 1988 740 Turbo Estate.

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IC S60R/V70R Last Online: Yesterday 14:22 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Brumbeldore View Photos By: IC	Ernie, you're correct. There was three versions of the "classic" shape V70R, AFAIK the last version was the 265 bhp version with the twin exhaust pipes. How's the mirror?(met you at the services a few years ago to help) __________________ 2003 S60R 2003 V70R VOC Speed Challenge Champion 2007/08/Joint Winner 2009 Motor Sport Challenge Winner 2008/Joint Winner 2009

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volvo again Master Member Last Online: Apr 17th, 2024 12:04 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Presteigne, mid Wales	Make sure you check the gearbox if an auto...they seem prone to problems. The one I had previously would not reverse uphill...

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ernie bluenose Senior Member Last Online: Aug 9th, 2021 14:43 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: walsall	I may be wrong but surely any 1999 car has to be a phase 1 not phase 2. My personal opinion is a good T5 will be nearly equivalent to a V70r probably for less money and without the rack problem.

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XC90Mk1 Premier Member Last Online: Feb 16th, 2024 13:43 Join Date: May 2018 Location: Na	Is it a disappointing car in relation to the 'R'. Mate, its 2grand. Try and find a good R for that.

Apr 6th, 2019, 13:03	#7
ernie bluenose Senior Member Last Online: Aug 9th, 2021 14:43 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: walsall	IC, The mirrors fine have not needed to use the drivers side spare you sorted. Car is running fine and looking good. Just passed another MOT with no advisories so i am happy. Cheers Ernie.

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