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Jrosamc... My understnading is that they were put together in the Uddevala plant that was originally a joint venture between Volvo and Tom Walkinshaw Racing. In 2000 the workers went on strike because there was a pay dispute. Ideally, Volvo would pay Walkinshaw who was to pay the workers however there were issues around that. I learned that the hard way when I ordered mine in March of 2000 and 1 week later the plant went on strike. Volvo ended up buying out the Walkinshaw interest in the plant, kept the workers and they have been produced there ever since. I believe there are 1 or two more plants that may produce them but I am unclear on that.
dcblues
Congrats. You're gonna love it! Especially that stereo system. CAREFUL ON 50 DURING THE WINTER WITH THOSE 17 INCHERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Goldie came back home this afternoon! Now if it would just stop raining she could go topless!!
That is the only car that they build.
Pininfarina now has control of the plant for producing the C70 replacement code named C50.
The plant is not far from the main Torslanda facility.
anyone have this happen to them ?
(i was driving on the highway, i have the 98 coupe T5)
should i get the same problem repaired again/get rid of it ?
Yes, it was the window switch and it apparently is a common problem. We're now going on 3 weeks of no new problems, so maybe I'll catch a break. LOL.
In response to the burned CD problem, I would add that it's helpful to buy BLACK (bottom) discs. That was a hint passed onto me by a major audiophile friend (500 Gigs of music on disk), and it's helped. Discs that wouldn't play with a silver CD-R, play with the black CD-R. Supposedly it has something to do with the optical being able to read the tracks much easier.
Also, what is the deal with a new coupe design?? I had heard/read somewhere that a new design of the C70 was due soon. Is that the C50 referenced above? If so, is there anywhere to see an early concept of it?
As for the C50...
I have scoured the web and seen nothing. I do know that my salesman showed me a small picture of it (about 4x6) from something that he had received from Volvo. Other than that I have not been able to find anything. I'm sure your saleman would have a picture of it.
Was talking to the service guys last weekend and they have been RAVING about the new S40. Evidently it's been suped up a bit (I hear 240hp)
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
They aren't perfect, but I would say that 85% - 90% of the burned discs I have that are on the black CD-Rs, play on the 901 system.
I really hated to do it...but the growing family really made me think long and hard about keeping a coupe. I'll be sad to see my C70 coupe leave me, but I really do like the S60 and think it fits my needs perfectly...plus it will be a rare car with those color combinations. I haven't seen that interior ever, nor has the dealer and he said it would be the only one in town so that's good.
Any other C70 owners made the switch to S60 or considering it?
So for now I'll drive my baby another 5,000 miles (that's what I've got left on the lease) and enjoy every moment...that is excpet when I put my kid in the car seat in the back...what a pain!!
Adoption...hmmmmm. Now how would that help me.
I considered european buying program, but again does that really help me. Schuhc on the other hand I'm not sure if he'll ever speak to me again...even though I'm a fellow hoosier and I would welcome him with open arms to my home and even give him a tour of my garage and let him sit in my new S60. Heck maybe he'd even let me relive the good ol' days when my C70 is gone and he'll let me drive his C70!
The C70 has served me well and will always hold a fond place in my heart. Thanks tmart for still welcoming me on this site.
To traderag, I drove the S60R MT this weekend....sweet car! Awesome pickup, great handling on corners, nice seats but almost too nice because they really hug you and don't allow any lateral motion (or medial for that fact for you medical types). I chose the S60 T5 to replace my baby (C70 coupe) because it's the same engine and I'm used to it and have been very happy with it and Volvo has been making it for a while. The R engine on the other hand is brand new. In fact the R I drove this weekend had the transmission replaced once already....something to think about. That's another reason I went with the S60 in an '04 version because it's been out for 3 years. Just like my C70 I got in an '01 model and it had been out for about three years so all the bugs had been worked out.
My C70 and I have two more trips planned. Chicago in a 2 weeks and Nashville in 4 weeks. Believe me we'll be cruising in style. Hey schuhc, maybe I'll even drive by your place and let you get a glimpse of her!! She'd love to see a fellow C70 coupe.
Boilermaker by the Grace of GOD!!!!!
I am saddened. But at the same time thrilled that you now have 17 inch rims, so I will look at the positive!!!!
The European Buying Program is pretty decent. For the XC90, I got a check back from Volvo for around $2,800.00. Two round trips to Sweeden and back (this can be altered though) and one night in the Raddison in Gotenborg. Not sure if they do the program for people leasing but I believe they do. I changed my flight so instead of going in and out of Gotenborg, I went into Copenhagen and out of Brussels. If you have hilton points and/or American miles, it is definitely worth it (as I think I already bored you guys with the fact that I only paid for gas and food on my way down to Budapest and back).
Only issues that may affect you is timing (took about 40 days for the 90 to come to the dealership) and the leasing, but if you and the wife are looking for a vacation.....
Give me a holler if you want, I'd be happy to take you out to dinner when you come up.
craigschuh@bagbyco.com
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
And expensive.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Concerning the 6 Series, saw it at the Houston Auto Show last week and I agree with Stickguy.
Granted it's a beamer, which I don't like, but it seems like it is one hell of a car. The interior does seem kind of tight and I have to think that's because of the 8cyl given that the trunk capacity is 13cft (c70 coupes are 13.1cft)
Tommy!!!! Get some sleep!!!! 2:25am????????
I am excited about getting the S60. I'll let you know.
The car is Ash Gold with Dark Grey Leather. Having never owned a Leather Interior, need some pointers on how to keep it clean and protected. Also, how is the Leather holding up after a few years? I know on some Manufacturers, the Leather doesn't hold up very good and was curious about Volvo. Thanks.
The month of May....We lose one (Soledoc) and gain another (stevenh7)...
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I can see it now...Me driving down to Houston or in Indianapolis with the seat reclined all the way back and Tommy or Soledoc saying...."There goes Craig, rollin' to Dave Matthew's Band"
- The manual indicates that for city drivers
oil should be changed every 5,000 miles.
Is that what folks follow or do you do it
at 3,000 miles as I've been used to.
- The manual indicates that after driving for
a period, you should keep the car running for
several minutes before turning it off because
of turbo. Do you all follow that guideline?
Thanks.
well, in any case, if you've been driving hard up until the time you stop, yes, you want to let it idle for about a minute. However, if you are like me and live in a development, you already drive a bit at low speed and low rpms for a couple of minutes before parking. That takes the place of letting it idle (its actually a bit better, IMHO, because you have the air running through the engine compartment to help cool the turbo a bit).
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
For Gbrozen, IIRC, the manual does mention a several minutes cool down, but after hard driving. I agree with your procedure though, and have heard it elsewhere too. If one goes a mile or so at normal speeds after hard driving, the turbo would have time the spindown with no problems.
So far with 77k my HPT has been pretty good. I check the floor every now and again for small oil drips as I understand that can be an indicator of turbo problems coming.
Tmart...we may be down there in either Aug, Sept or Oct. I'll let you know.
Just wondering if you got the wind deflector you'd asked about awhile back.
Naturally, there are cost, noise and wear differences between them.
Here is the website he directed me to. I think I may actually try the Falkens on my next go round given that the Potenza's cost me $140.
http://www.discounttiredirect.com
As for the screen itself, seems terribly overpriced for what you get. Yes it works okay (though nothing spectacular, if you ask me). But over $300 for something that can't take more than $25 to make is ridiculous