2008 (58) Volvo S60 2.0T SE LUX - £2000 - Page 2

SteveP · Jul 17th, 2018, 23:12

Was that just a BSR remap or something else? They seem to do quite well from just a remap and I must admit a little bit of extra torque would be nice!

Cento16v · Jul 18th, 2018, 08:10

I have the remap, my exhaust has a centre silencer delete and I have a free flow air filter in the original air box, and a turbo control valve from a Cayenne Turbo S which is supposed to give better boost control rather than any extra power.

It certainly a lot quicker to pick up, and holds power higher up in the rev range.

Feels a lot more meaty in the mid range, it doesn't kick down as much now, it just holds its gear and goes.

T5R92011 · Jul 19th, 2018, 17:24

I am rather stumped as to why nobody seems to be interested?

Any feedback please?

biggbn · Jul 19th, 2018, 19:37

Selling cars on owners club forum is difficult as most already have a Volvo?

SteveP · Jul 23rd, 2018, 08:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by T5R92011

I am rather stumped as to why nobody seems to be interested?

Any feedback please?

I have no idea - looks like a nice car at a fair price to me with a decent ad and pics, I think people just prefer the practicality of a V70 and these are overlooked!

Ritch · Jul 25th, 2018, 11:08

I have to say I think that is a lovely colour combo and a nice looking car overall.

You asked so I'm gonna say why I think.....

This is not the place to sell it, the colour is very marmite, S60's are unloved by many as not practical, petrol non-sporty Volvos are unloved by many.

I appreciate why you are advertising it as such as it is a great example and you have looked after it but....

If I were you I would take the following approach - remove the vast majority of the pictures and specifically any with any negativity (ie 24mpg av). Stick the thing on Autotrader £100-£150 above the real minimum you'll take.

Put a new MOT on it.

Write a good ad but remove all the guff about negative stuff and what you think it might need, at this price point nobody cares about niggles and it comes across to many as backside covering.

Good luck with the sale, it is a really nice motor for sure.

SteveP · Jul 26th, 2018, 08:54

Personally I like the honesty and level of detail gone into the original advert - but you might be right, someone on Autotrader might take it as it is regardless of niggles at this price point.

If it had done less miles than my own one I'd buy it myself, I prefer the colour to my metallic grey version

The lack of practicality is definitely a point though, there are superminis with more rear legroom and more accessible boot space!

T5R92011 · Jul 26th, 2018, 20:06

Well 'ere she is on Autotrader:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...01807248746932

Thanks for the advice chaps!

Lexington013 · Jul 26th, 2018, 21:19

Have sent you a PM

Ritch · Jul 26th, 2018, 21:51

Looks good man, really nice and succinct. imho describes the car very well and the pictures look tops.

Fingers crossed for some action!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by T5R92011

Well 'ere she is on Autotrader:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...01807248746932

Thanks for the advice chaps!

Jul 19th, 2018, 17:24	#13
T5R92011 FCW Auto Service Last Online: Yesterday 21:51 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Gloucester	I am rather stumped as to why nobody seems to be interested? Any feedback please? __________________ FCW Auto Service (Gloucester) https://www.fcw-autoservice.com

Jul 25th, 2018, 11:08	#16
Ritch Junior Member Last Online: Apr 8th, 2024 11:46 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Cambridge	I have to say I think that is a lovely colour combo and a nice looking car overall. You asked so I'm gonna say why I think..... This is not the place to sell it, the colour is very marmite, S60's are unloved by many as not practical, petrol non-sporty Volvos are unloved by many. I appreciate why you are advertising it as such as it is a great example and you have looked after it but.... If I were you I would take the following approach - remove the vast majority of the pictures and specifically any with any negativity (ie 24mpg av). Stick the thing on Autotrader £100-£150 above the real minimum you'll take. Put a new MOT on it. Write a good ad but remove all the guff about negative stuff and what you think it might need, at this price point nobody cares about niggles and it comes across to many as backside covering. Good luck with the sale, it is a really nice motor for sure. __________________ 2006 V70 D5 SE LUX, 200k and counting.....

Jul 26th, 2018, 20:06	#18
T5R92011 FCW Auto Service Last Online: Yesterday 21:51 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Gloucester	Well 'ere she is on Autotrader: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...01807248746932 Thanks for the advice chaps! __________________ FCW Auto Service (Gloucester) https://www.fcw-autoservice.com

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Jul 17th, 2018, 23:12	#11
SteveP 300 Maniac Last Online: Apr 12th, 2024 14:41 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Coventry View Photos By: SteveP	Was that just a BSR remap or something else? They seem to do quite well from just a remap and I must admit a little bit of extra torque would be nice!

Jul 18th, 2018, 08:10	#12
Cento16v Member Last Online: Sep 13th, 2023 16:16 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Yorkshire	I have the remap, my exhaust has a centre silencer delete and I have a free flow air filter in the original air box, and a turbo control valve from a Cayenne Turbo S which is supposed to give better boost control rather than any extra power. It certainly a lot quicker to pick up, and holds power higher up in the rev range. Feels a lot more meaty in the mid range, it doesn't kick down as much now, it just holds its gear and goes.

Jul 19th, 2018, 19:37	#14
biggbn I've Been Banned Last Online: Nov 7th, 2020 20:13 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: dundee View Photos By: biggbn	Selling cars on owners club forum is difficult as most already have a Volvo?

Jul 26th, 2018, 08:54	#17
SteveP 300 Maniac Last Online: Apr 12th, 2024 14:41 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Coventry View Photos By: SteveP	Personally I like the honesty and level of detail gone into the original advert - but you might be right, someone on Autotrader might take it as it is regardless of niggles at this price point. If it had done less miles than my own one I'd buy it myself, I prefer the colour to my metallic grey version The lack of practicality is definitely a point though, there are superminis with more rear legroom and more accessible boot space!

Jul 26th, 2018, 21:19	#19
Lexington013 Senior Member Last Online: Dec 25th, 2021 19:35 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Burntisland	Have sent you a PM

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