V70R - would you consider this?

Norse · Jul 6th, 2015, 11:21

Hi to you all,

I'm new to this forum and joined because I'm seriously considering purchasing a V70R.

I've had plenty of estates over the years and my 2005 Mercedes C220 is a great car, but I've got a bit bored of it after 4 years and it's slow! I'm happy to wait for the right car to come along and my budget is about £5k.

At the moment there is this on Auto trader http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...?atmobcid=soc3

Not the most detailed of descriptions but any thoughts on whether it's worth a 90 minute drive to stand in front of it?

Cheers 😀

cheshired5 · Jul 6th, 2015, 12:10

I would firstly be asking for some high quality interior photos to be emailed to you because that interior looks like it will be much worse in detail.
There appears to be white paint on the rear tunnel carpet and the centre armrest looks battered.
That alone would put me off looking further.

Norse · Jul 6th, 2015, 12:34

And there is trim missing from the lower left passenger footwell side of the centre console too.

I don't mind doing a bit of a refurb, kind of expecting that on a 12 year old car but equally it may indicate an uncared for life...

kev25v6 · Jul 8th, 2015, 22:59

Don't forget running costs are a lot more than a standard T5 as parts don't seem to be interchangeable. Brembo brake kit on eBay is 500 quid, front shocks 300 quid each, tyres around 150 quid each, 17/20 mpg, new coil packs and plugs-300 quid. Mine was only 2 grand for a 53 plate geartronic with 100k miles, the ones on eBay and auto trader seem to be asking a lot of money for them. It does make you smile though when you put your foot down

moorgate · Jul 9th, 2015, 00:24

that interior looks like a very angry dog has been let loose in it...

17-20mpg? Even my old E430 (v8!) merc did better than that.

Squealey · Jul 9th, 2015, 08:30

I have a standard S60 d5, 2003 with 330,000 which has a vastly better condition interior than that has with a barely run in 99,000. If you do have a look I'd really want to see and prove its service history.

Cheers

kev25v6 · Jul 9th, 2015, 09:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by moorgate

that interior looks like a very angry dog has been let loose in it...

17-20mpg? Even my old E430 (v8!) merc did better than that.

Yep, last fill up clocked at 18 mpg over the tank. Computer tends to show 2/3 mpg higher than actual. I do like to put my foot down though.

DSK · Jul 10th, 2015, 08:44

As mentioned that interior from the front seats and centre console looks shot. That to me indicates one thing - neglect and uncared for.

The exterior can be polished up to a look a treat but anything that's good, will good on the outside and inside. Volvo interiors are pretty good and robust so seeing that would put me off.

I would say for £5K, hold out, there are always V70R's and S60R's dribbling onto the market and no doubt a better one will be available.

V70R Ben · Jul 12th, 2015, 23:08

If you want a look around a good one then send me a pm.
I am in Southampton so not too far away.
Ps I am averaging 27 mpg out of mine.

theberes · Jul 21st, 2015, 09:20

Hi Norse, are you still looking for a V70R? If so, please contact me - I am in Basingstoke so perhaps not too far from you.

Jul 6th, 2015, 11:21	#1
Norse New Member Last Online: Nov 29th, 2015 09:12 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Hampshire	V70R - would you consider this? Hi to you all, I'm new to this forum and joined because I'm seriously considering purchasing a V70R. I've had plenty of estates over the years and my 2005 Mercedes C220 is a great car, but I've got a bit bored of it after 4 years and it's slow! I'm happy to wait for the right car to come along and my budget is about £5k. At the moment there is this on Auto trader http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...?atmobcid=soc3 Not the most detailed of descriptions but any thoughts on whether it's worth a 90 minute drive to stand in front of it? Cheers 😀

Jul 6th, 2015, 12:10	#2
cheshired5 Premier Member Last Online: Dec 26th, 2021 13:42 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Crewe	I would firstly be asking for some high quality interior photos to be emailed to you because that interior looks like it will be much worse in detail. There appears to be white paint on the rear tunnel carpet and the centre armrest looks battered. That alone would put me off looking further. __________________ 2002 S60 SE D5 Manual 209000 miles

Jul 6th, 2015, 12:34	#3
Norse New Member Last Online: Nov 29th, 2015 09:12 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Hampshire	And there is trim missing from the lower left passenger footwell side of the centre console too. I don't mind doing a bit of a refurb, kind of expecting that on a 12 year old car but equally it may indicate an uncared for life... __________________ Mercedes-Benz C220 Estate 1988 VW Scirocco GTX

Jul 8th, 2015, 22:59	#4
kev25v6 Member Last Online: Dec 3rd, 2016 19:42 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Clowne	Don't forget running costs are a lot more than a standard T5 as parts don't seem to be interchangeable. Brembo brake kit on eBay is 500 quid, front shocks 300 quid each, tyres around 150 quid each, 17/20 mpg, new coil packs and plugs-300 quid. Mine was only 2 grand for a 53 plate geartronic with 100k miles, the ones on eBay and auto trader seem to be asking a lot of money for them. It does make you smile though when you put your foot down __________________ 2003 V70R Geartronic

Jul 10th, 2015, 08:44	#8
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	As mentioned that interior from the front seats and centre console looks shot. That to me indicates one thing - neglect and uncared for. The exterior can be polished up to a look a treat but anything that's good, will good on the outside and inside. Volvo interiors are pretty good and robust so seeing that would put me off. I would say for £5K, hold out, there are always V70R's and S60R's dribbling onto the market and no doubt a better one will be available. __________________ 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

Jul 9th, 2015, 00:24	#5
moorgate Senior Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2024 22:56 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: london, ec2	that interior looks like a very angry dog has been let loose in it... 17-20mpg? Even my old E430 (v8!) merc did better than that.

Jul 9th, 2015, 08:30	#6
Squealey Member Last Online: Aug 16th, 2022 14:09 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Donington, Spalding	I have a standard S60 d5, 2003 with 330,000 which has a vastly better condition interior than that has with a barely run in 99,000. If you do have a look I'd really want to see and prove its service history. Cheers

Jul 12th, 2015, 23:08	#9
V70R Ben New Member Last Online: Aug 11th, 2015 20:12 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Southampton	If you want a look around a good one then send me a pm. I am in Southampton so not too far away. Ps I am averaging 27 mpg out of mine.

Jul 21st, 2015, 09:20	#10
theberes New Member Last Online: Mar 29th, 2023 11:45 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Town/City	Hi Norse, are you still looking for a V70R? If so, please contact me - I am in Basingstoke so perhaps not too far from you.

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