Advice on an 06 V70 with the 2.4 Petrol
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I’ve found a car local to me that looks perfect for my needs. It’s a 2006 Volvo V70 with the same 2.4 Petrol.
Here is the advert. Any help or advice would be great.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/volvo/automatic-v70-esta...
Here is the advert. Any help or advice would be great.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/volvo/automatic-v70-esta...
I've got a couple, a V70 and an S80 both the 2.4 petrol, they are good solid engines, the 170bhp version is a bit perkier but they are smooth, quiet, easy to work on (if that's your thing) and incredibly comfortable, I do find the ride in the V70 to be harsher than the S80.
They'll do 30mpg mixed, 26 round town.
Have a decent test drive as the autos can be troublesome but seeing as there is no tow bar on the one you are looking at its probably OK.
They are great cars, and just cruise along really well with a great stereo, they are massive inside and the seats fold completely flat, if it looks OK, drives well and there's no warning lights (it's 99% sure you'll get an 'alarm service required' warning on start up)
They are heavy on suspension components so expect the odd clunk but bits are pretty cheap.
There's a very easy way to get full Bluetooth connectivity and streaming, and hands free calling, fit one of these to the CD changer port on the back of the head unit, it also works with the wheel buttons
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07VYTXR34/ref=cm_sw_r...
Recommended by me.
They'll do 30mpg mixed, 26 round town.
Have a decent test drive as the autos can be troublesome but seeing as there is no tow bar on the one you are looking at its probably OK.
They are great cars, and just cruise along really well with a great stereo, they are massive inside and the seats fold completely flat, if it looks OK, drives well and there's no warning lights (it's 99% sure you'll get an 'alarm service required' warning on start up)
They are heavy on suspension components so expect the odd clunk but bits are pretty cheap.
There's a very easy way to get full Bluetooth connectivity and streaming, and hands free calling, fit one of these to the CD changer port on the back of the head unit, it also works with the wheel buttons
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07VYTXR34/ref=cm_sw_r...
Recommended by me.
Jazoli said:
I've got a couple, a V70 and an S80 both the 2.4 petrol, they are good solid engines, the 170bhp version is a bit perkier but they are smooth, quiet, easy to work on (if that's your thing) and incredibly comfortable, I do find the ride in the V70 to be harsher than the S80.
They'll do 30mpg mixed, 26 round town.
Have a decent test drive as the autos can be troublesome but seeing as there is no tow bar on the one you are looking at its probably OK.
They are great cars, and just cruise along really well with a great stereo, they are massive inside and the seats fold completely flat, if it looks OK, drives well and there's no warning lights (it's 99% sure you'll get an 'alarm service required' warning on start up)
They are heavy on suspension components so expect the odd clunk but bits are pretty cheap.
There's a very easy way to get full Bluetooth connectivity and streaming, and hands free calling, fit one of these to the CD changer port on the back of the head unit, it also works with the wheel buttons
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07VYTXR34/ref=cm_sw_r...
Recommended by me.
That brilliant. Thanks very much. What do you think about the one I’ve listed? Anything of a worry that would need to be addressed? They'll do 30mpg mixed, 26 round town.
Have a decent test drive as the autos can be troublesome but seeing as there is no tow bar on the one you are looking at its probably OK.
They are great cars, and just cruise along really well with a great stereo, they are massive inside and the seats fold completely flat, if it looks OK, drives well and there's no warning lights (it's 99% sure you'll get an 'alarm service required' warning on start up)
They are heavy on suspension components so expect the odd clunk but bits are pretty cheap.
There's a very easy way to get full Bluetooth connectivity and streaming, and hands free calling, fit one of these to the CD changer port on the back of the head unit, it also works with the wheel buttons
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07VYTXR34/ref=cm_sw_r...
Recommended by me.
I’ve seen this mentioned is this a big issue to sort out;
Nearside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Mr.Nobody said:
I’ve seen this mentioned is this a big issue to sort out;
Nearside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Id walk away and look for another oneNearside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside rear lower integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
1979Andrew said:
Rust i could deal with if its corrosion it will need cutting out and new metal welding in. If you can find someone to weld it and its affordable then go for it
I was thinking of getting a pre-inspection done by the AA or RAC but it needs an MOT and the seller is reluctant to get one done.Mr.Nobody said:
1979Andrew said:
Rust i could deal with if its corrosion it will need cutting out and new metal welding in. If you can find someone to weld it and its affordable then go for it
I was thinking of getting a pre-inspection done by the AA or RAC but it needs an MOT and the seller is reluctant to get one done.Its a 16 year old Volvo, its going to be corroded underneath, have a look, take a torch, prod it with a screwdriver, its a £1000 end of life car at the end of the day, if it's got a fresh mot you'll get 12 months out of it before you even need to worry about the 'corrosion' and most likely it'll be fine.
It takes an hour for an mot - I’d be concerned about their reluctance as it indicates they know it’ll throw up some issues.
How about asking them to get it done, and if it passes you pay for that Mot on top of the price of the car. If they decline that, walk away as they’re probably hiding something.
How about asking them to get it done, and if it passes you pay for that Mot on top of the price of the car. If they decline that, walk away as they’re probably hiding something.
wiliferus said:
It takes an hour for an mot - I’d be concerned about their reluctance as it indicates they know it’ll throw up some issues.
How about asking them to get it done, and if it passes you pay for that Mot on top of the price of the car. If they decline that, walk away as they’re probably hiding something.
I’ve thought of that myself. Which I think is fair. How about asking them to get it done, and if it passes you pay for that Mot on top of the price of the car. If they decline that, walk away as they’re probably hiding something.
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