I ordered a C70 OSD (next month), and it was about $2000 cheaper than buying in the US. I ordered it in May, and I was told by my dealer that since that time, the prices have gone up, but not on my order.
We could not "break apart packages". We ordered some things we weren't sure about because it was part of packages. So we ordered manual transmission, and all packages plus satellite radio, for $42K and change.
Anyone feel the advertising charge on the new c70 is legit. I thought Edmunds said that this was another way for dealers to pad their profits... What is your candid reply Max? :confuse:
that's the saddest part, for me (well, other than the price)
I really liked the ability to do that.
My wife is pushing me to not replace my car, yet, but to order a C70 and pick it up next spring or so. Man, that would be fun. I will always remember the first drive in our new XC90, leaving the factory, and driving down the coast of Sweden in a driving rain while the wife and kids slept, totally comfortable in my new Volvo, and then crossing the new bridge to Denmark. Roll baby roll.
The Manu 200HP 2.0T will outperform the T5 (Volvo has more turbo lag and weight); and in November the 3.2 250 HP 6 cyl Eos will be available that will blow both of them away. Safety wise, both will prove to be equally safe. Both have roll over protection, the Eos may have a stronger cage. The C70 has a upward inflateable side curtain airbag which may give a slight advantage.
in November the 3.2 250 HP 6 cyl Eos will be available that will blow both of them away.
To driving enthusiasts who only want a manual transmission, that means nothing. The Manu 200HP 2.0T will outperform the T5 (Volvo has more turbo lag and weight)
That depends on how you measure performance. We'll see when the comparisons are published. I think they will be pretty close. My guess is the VW may prevail in tight situations (ie, around-town driving), but the volvo will be the pick for high-speed highway runs. (and, with a manual tranny, turbo lag is nonexistant)
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Yeah, I felt the same way. The joy of the manual tranny is the added speed/acceleration control and turbo management.
Why in all these forums is there always such an emphasis on which car goes 0-60 fastest? I don't get it. Are you buying the car to race? Why not spend your money on a Corvette?
wanting good performance does not necessarily mean you want to give up other features of the car. In other words, a vette is great ... if you want to spend that much, have no use for a back seat, etc.
Taking 2 cars that are both retractable hardtops, both have back seats, etc, and then comparing their performance, is perfectly logical to me.
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No, I like the comments that you have made in comparing vehicles, you are much more objective than most.
I would love a Vette but I would probably kill myself in one of those things so my wife won't allow. The Vovlo C70 or 4 seater coupe/convertible is the perfect kind of vehicle for us right now, to replace her primary car/for both of us to enjoy on trips. She has always wanted a convertible, I don't want to spend money on a car that has a ragtop and isn't versitile. We have cold weather to deal with half the year. We don't want a sports car, just a sporty car that is fun to drive yet practical. I actually drive an F150, keeps me out of trouble!
works great for me. i have a Blackberry 7100g and it integrated easily. the system allows you to enter names in the contact list for the Bluetooth system and has good voice recognition for call from that contact list.
from what I know, the sound is good on both ends. i was speaking on the phone yesterday with the top down (around town at about 40 mph), and it was not as easy for the person on the other end, but my end was good. with top up, there is no problem.
the integration with radio is good - recognizes an incoming call and gives the name - if that number is in contact list. otherwise it gives the number that is calling. all this time the radio is off and the sound comes through the front speakers.
all in all, very pleased with this feature. i wasn't sure if it was worth it or not, but now i am glad i got it. the only problem i have is that the controls are at the point where i sometimes rest my right knee and i have hit the disconnect button once while on a call. i don't see another place to put the control pad, so i'll just have to remember not to do that.
My C70 is at the dealer and I'll be picking it up on Friday.
Timeline review: I placed a $100 deposit with the dealer on April 14th and was number three in line for a 07 with them, my car was entered in the "system" on June 15th, I put an additional $1000 deposit down June 16th, the car arrived at the dealer on September 8th and I pick it up on September 15th. I'll post pictures when I pick it up.
Congrats Stanwict... you did better than me.. I have had a deposit since December 2005 and am getting my car early November. What options did you order?
empty1, sounds like you got the shaft somewhere along the line.?.
Mine is: Black on Black Leather, Automatic, Premium Pkg, Climate Pkg, 18" Mirzait wheels. I paid MSRP plus tax and registration out the door.
Allegedly my car was ordered the morning Volvo opened slots for 2007 because they placed the order based on my April contract that included the 18" wheels - that was June 16th. When I went in the next day to finalize the contract and put the additional G down I pulled the 18" wheels out of the order. The following week the salesman called and said the order was locked and they couldn't remove the wheels. Funny thing, I was number three on the list at the dealership but they put my car in the system first. I believe the other two cars have not arrived yet – I’ll confirm on Friday.
nice combo, I ordered the Flint Grey and the black leather interior, Originally I was to get an '06 and then learned that it wouldn't have Sirius so I opted to wait for the '07. Still don't know why I was pushed back so far for the '07s. I have a black S80 now and it's a beautiful car when clean, however you have to clean it often. PS I was under the impression that the first '07s were coming in Oct. so you must be about the first for the '07s. Where is your dealership... hope you enjoy your car.
Thanks. My dealer is in Watertown, Connecticut. I've never purchased a car from them before but I've heard nothing but good things about them from folks I work with and so far my experience has been very nice.
As for being one of the early '07s, it best have the auxiliary audio input for my MP3 player or external Sirius device if I add one!
Yah black will be challenging. I had four red cars in a row so it was time for a change. I almost went white on black but opted for the black on black when I saw the dealer demos in the spring. This is our first new (or used car) in seven years. I'll be keeping and driving our '99 VW Cabrio w/185K miles for my daily drive until it doesn't run anymore. I'm hoping I'll get another 18 to 24 months out of that car then we will see where we are in life and how the C70 fits at that point. Basically, the C70 was an impulse buy of sorts - I always wanted a Volvo and I was at the dealership to replace the Cabrio with a V50 but I couldn't imagine life without a convertible. On Friday we'll have two and my wife will finally get her VW Cabrio back which I'm sure she will have something to say about!
Great enjoy your C70... post some pics and let us know what you like and dislike. My 1999 S80 is a sweet car when its not in for repairs. I've spent a small fortune repairing this car. Hope the C70 is a bit more reliable. :sick:
there is a very short wire to microphone at rear view mirror - but hardly noticeable. there is also a wire for the controller that is just below the volume button for radio. as Volvomax indicated - there is no display, but a very cool voice that gives the information.
antenna is on the trunk lid, housed inside the shark fin. If the C70 version is like the others, you should get 2 Sirius "bands" so that would be 20 presets.
I picked the car up at 11:30EST today. Thankfully the rain held off so I could drive topless back to work.
Here are my first 30 mile random impressions/comments: The car looks stunning! It looks like it's moving when standing still. The black on black is awsome. I'd say the noise level of the car with the top up in town driving is the same as my VW Cabrio soft top. The car is solid with the top down! Mine does have the MP3 input and I used it with my player on the drive back to work. The stock stereo sounds great and I found myself tuning back the bass because there was too much. It is not a performance car though it's much faster than my Cabrio. Driving is not how I get my thrills and not having a ton of performance will keep me out of trouble. There is nothing like Volvo seats - I love them, but, the seats have little upper body bolster to them. I never said that I don't drive fast and I found myself holding on through the turns - something I don't have to do with the Cabrio (which maybe has too much bolster and is uncomfortable at times). The doors don't seem to open wide. The LCD radio display could be a better color. I don't know if I care for the aluminum in the top of the steering wheel. My elbow hits the hole in the door panel that you use to pull the door close and can be uncomfortable. I've also learned that you hold the top down button until the display says it's done. I thought the top was down all the way but we couldn't open the trunk - the trunk won't open unless the top is all the way up or down. The top is cool. People were already staring watching it go up and down. I found no issues with the peddles as some have complained about.
I have this enormous guilt over how much I've spent for a car but so far I'm thrilled (which I'll be right up to when I make the first payment).
I’ll post the two pictures I shot at noon when I get home and more after the sun comes out this weekend.
As I mentioned in a previous post, I was #3 in line for an '07 and I got mine fist. The other cars are pending due to the color (pearl white).
Congratulations on your new ride. I have had my 06 since June and have been well pleased with it You said you were not too pleased with the display color.I guess yours is same as mine which is green with black text. If it is dark out, mine will change to black with green text.Especially noticed in garage with lights out as it comes on black with green and turns when door of garage is opened to green with black text
I have not driven mine much since I have been gone for a while, and only have 1600 miles on it and so far am pleased with MPG etc.Mine is Celestial Blue with Calcite leather interior. Have only parked a few places where someone doesn't come over to tell me how much they like the car and color.I am in Virginia and just went to dealer June 16th and they were unloading this car and I bought it on spot that day. No regrets....Enjoy yours.
Congrats on your new ride.. looking forward to your pics... tell me what color is the headliner in the black interior, is it black also or a lighter color
Almost 100 miles and I'm still love'n it. The headliner is light grey. Update on the seat bolster comment I made earlier, the lumbar was cranked all the way up. I backed it out and you sink into the seat. The LCD color was just odd to me with the top down and the gray sky - maybe it will be better in the sun and it's fine at night. These shots aren't useful at all. More soon to come.
Congratulations on your new car, it looks sensational. Can you please post some photos from the back with the top down and some that show the interior as I have purchased a similar colour combination. I live in Australia and placed a deposite in early June. The C70 will be released here in November and I have been told that my car will be delivered in late January 2007. In Australia we have a choice of 2 engines, the T5 and a 2.4 non-turbo plus some extra colours. I bought the 2.4 in metallic black with off black leather.I have the premium sound,heated seats,parking sensors and 17 inch wheels. The cost here is AUS$80,500 with all taxs and dealer costs. That is US$60500 or UK32200 pound. The T5 would have cost another $12,000
demongr: I'm not a fan of turbos so this is going to be a very biased answer: if I could have ordered the car without one I would have. If you are looking for any kind of performance then it's a must have with the C70.
I'll gladly take more pictures of the car when I get it back from the dealer (roadside assistance is on their way). I'll let you know what went wrong as soon as it is repaired. I had a brand new Toyota once that had a particular problem day one and it was resolved with out much pain or discomfort so we'll see how it goes with the C70 (though the Toyota made it to service and the C70 is going on a flatbed :mad: ).
I love the C70 and I love Volvos. I've got serious buyers remorse since I picked it up on Friday and I don't want my car problems to open the door to bashing Volvo and weigh on my "emotional issue".
I lucked out on getting my 2006 C70 – someone backed out on it. I picked it up late May and already have 9,000 miles. I love it. Black exterior, calcite cream interior, all options except navigation/Sirius.
I also have a problem with the whirring (barking dog) noise. I took it in right away to a local dealership and they said there isn’t an issue. I brought in some of the postings from Edmunds and the USA Today article when the car went in for the 7,500 check up. The dealer responded that "according to Volvo there isn’t an issue" and therefore no fix. We asked the dealer to look into a way to disconnect the fan. No word yet.
I’m also upset there isn’t an aux plug for the radio. I would love a wired hook up for an ipod or portable satellite radio.
I don't know why a dealer would tell you that there is not an issue with the barking dog problem according to VOLVO.
I had my C70 in for replacement of the cover where the rubber bumpers had made circles.This was on 8/30/06. The dealer had brought in a Volvo Technician to replace the cover and put pads on the bumpers to alleviate the circle problem. This was accomplished and I asked the technician from Volvo about a program for the noise problem. He said he had the program on his computer and if I could wait about thirty minutes to install it in my system from his computer he would see if he could fix it.
He put the program in and said he didn't road test it, but to let him know if it was better.I drove about 40 miles and then came back to dealer. Up to time of this writing, I have heard NO barking dogs.He said the hard disk for program would be at dealers at a later date and they would install that program when it comes in on my car if needed.My vents were even cycling before and air would go from weak to strong while the noise was there. This has not happened once since fixing. All is well so far.
Sorry to take up so much space, but thought you should know what Technician from VOLVO did and said so you can ask your dealer for a straight answer. Hope this helps you.
I have had my '06 C70 since July, and I have the "barking dog noise" daily. My dealership technician said that program was just to make the fan blow stronger, but that it was not a fix for the noise. I confirmed this with another dealership, so I never tried the program. Maybe I should now after all.
I also have the circle problem on the cover, and have not gotten it taken care of yet. Can my local dealer technician take care of that or do I need a VOLVO technician (aren't they one and the same?)
Tom007 - I ran into a C70 owner at my gas station last night. Actually this C70 was one of the first I've seen outside the dealership. The owner took delivery of the '06 in June. He mentioned that the dealer does have a fix for the barking noise and he is taking it in soon for the fix. Contact Volvo NA if your dealer is not providing the solution, I believe a fix is out there. good luck
The Volvo Technician that came to fix my cover was NOT from the dealership but I did not ask where he was from. The dealer called and told me that the Technician would be at his dealership at 10:00 AM on the 30th and set my appointment up for that time. He was about half an hour late getting there. The tech told me that I was lucky to get the cover as they had only a few left over from the 06 run of cars.They had shipped TWO covers to the dealer which arrived on 8/25/06 for the tech to install on the 30th.
They factory ordered just for what cars they were producing I guess. There was another C70 that came in after mine was fixed and had the cover replaced also. I believe ours were the only two the dealer had sold.
I was told before the barking dog program was put in my system that it may not work, but we did it anyway and I lucked out by solving MY problem. I did not ask if the other car had the problem. I told the Tech that I had seen the USA TODAY and Edmund forum about the noise and he acknowledged right away that he had the program in his computer therefore I know the factory had to know about it.
They do not replace the bumpers but put a tape (temporary) with soft cloth backing to ride against the cover and said a new tape would be available later and then they would put that on my bumpers.I have been monitoring it for the circles on cover and NONE to this date.
Hope this helps out on your problem.I received my car on June 16th.
A man I know that has one of the first 06 C70's in our area got stranded with his car as well. He told me it was ignition switch failure and since getting it replaced has had no problems to date and loves the care otherwise. Again goes back to my biggest problem about getting this car...the reliability questions.
Hi, I'm considering a C70 order, and have trouble finding a car to test drive. Any opinions out there about ordering the stock or the larger wheels? I know the larger ones look cool. I wonder what the drive is like, the one versus the other. I'd be very appreciative of your opinions. Thanks, Freddy, Los Angeles
So here is the deal: Sunday Sept. 17th I was taking the plastic ring around the license plate that had the dealer name on it off and I dropped one of the nuts under the car. When I look under the car for it I'm surprised to see my garage floor flooded with engine oil. Apparently during assembly the oil line feeding the turbo was cross threaded causing the leak. I finally got the car back Friday with a new turbo and a bunch of other stuff. Thankfully I was in training for two days and buried in work getting ready for vacation this week to get worked up too much. $hit happens! :shades:
When I get back from vacation I will try to get some shots with better lighting!
Just as a follow-up, on September 7th we picked up our new C70 in Gothenburg (Zanzibar Gold Pearl). The car and the entire delivery experience has made this our most rewarding purchase.
The factory delivery and the performance of the car went beyond our expectation. The day of delivery September 7th, Volvo delivered 12 OSD cars, 9 of which were universally thrilled C70 buyers. Between the C70s that were delivered that day and the C70s waiting for subsequent delivery we saw every exterior and interior color available.
During our 11 days with the car, we put some 2218 miles on it traveling in Sweden, Germany, Austria, France and Denmark. The C70 performance was flawless, without a single failure or adjustment noted! The car met or exceeded every expectation! Most of our mileage was in Germany on the Autobahn, with the top down, at between 90-110 mph (and yes the speed limiter seems to work). We averaged 24.8 mpg. It was well worth our wait of almost a year for this very special car!
Our car is scheduled to arrive back home in early November..we can hardly wait! It
Your car looks amazing and am glad that everything turned out so well. So did you get an explaination for how something like that could be missed and why it wouldnt have showed up earlier? I mean don't they check these expensive cars from front to back before shipping. Makes you wonder about quality control. I suppose this was chalked up to human error...but with hand assembly you would hope for better. Seems like an uncommon or even rare problem. Maybe I'm just naive.
actually, hand assembly is exactly why it happened. I think it is fairly easy to a human to crossthread a fitting, whereas I would believe unlikely for a precise machine to do so.
The only way it would be caught later would be by spotting the leak, and the leak probably didn't occur at all until oil pressure was built up while driving and pushed past the threads.
Would I expect someone to drive the car and check for leaks afterwards? hmmm... maybe on a $100k car, but I wouldn't exactly expect it on a $40k mass-produced vehicle.
in other words, expletives happen. I think it was darned nice of them to replace the turbo, personally.
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though some dealers are charging ABOVE MSRP here, and the factory price is MSRP
so all you get is the free vacation
and the ability to order it exactly the way you want (I assume you can break apart option "packages" like you could in the past)
not as good a deal as the 7+% off MSRP that you usually get on a factory delivery
still, the vacation is worth 2-3K, at least, from the west coast (cheaper from the east)
We could not "break apart packages". We ordered some things we weren't sure about because it was part of packages. So we ordered manual transmission, and all packages plus satellite radio, for $42K and change.
You cannot break apart the packages anymore.
that's the saddest part, for me (well, other than the price)
I really liked the ability to do that.
My wife is pushing me to not replace my car, yet, but to order a C70 and pick it up next spring or so. Man, that would be fun. I will always remember the first drive in our new XC90, leaving the factory, and driving down the coast of Sweden in a driving rain while the wife and kids slept, totally comfortable in my new Volvo, and then crossing the new bridge to Denmark. Roll baby roll.
It doesn't pad the profit since it only appears in the dealer cost column.
fianlly, since the C70's are being sold @ sticker, it doesn't matter anyway.
To driving enthusiasts who only want a manual transmission, that means nothing.
The Manu 200HP 2.0T will outperform the T5 (Volvo has more turbo lag and weight)
That depends on how you measure performance. We'll see when the comparisons are published. I think they will be pretty close. My guess is the VW may prevail in tight situations (ie, around-town driving), but the volvo will be the pick for high-speed highway runs. (and, with a manual tranny, turbo lag is nonexistant)
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Why in all these forums is there always such an emphasis on which car goes 0-60 fastest? I don't get it. Are you buying the car to race? Why not spend your money on a Corvette?
Taking 2 cars that are both retractable hardtops, both have back seats, etc, and then comparing their performance, is perfectly logical to me.
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I would love a Vette but I would probably kill myself in one of those things so my wife won't allow. The Vovlo C70 or 4 seater coupe/convertible is the perfect kind of vehicle for us right now, to replace her primary car/for both of us to enjoy on trips. She has always wanted a convertible, I don't want to spend money on a car that has a ragtop and isn't versitile. We have cold weather to deal with half the year. We don't want a sports car, just a sporty car that is fun to drive yet practical. I actually drive an F150, keeps me out of trouble!
Then I am also curious how well integrated it is in terms of silenting the radio when a call comes in etc.
Thanks
from what I know, the sound is good on both ends. i was speaking on the phone yesterday with the top down (around town at about 40 mph), and it was not as easy for the person on the other end, but my end was good. with top up, there is no problem.
the integration with radio is good - recognizes an incoming call and gives the name - if that number is in contact list. otherwise it gives the number that is calling. all this time the radio is off and the sound comes through the front speakers.
all in all, very pleased with this feature. i wasn't sure if it was worth it or not, but now i am glad i got it. the only problem i have is that the controls are at the point where i sometimes rest my right knee and i have hit the disconnect button once while on a call. i don't see another place to put the control pad, so i'll just have to remember not to do that.
Timeline review: I placed a $100 deposit with the dealer on April 14th and was number three in line for a 07 with them, my car was entered in the "system" on June 15th, I put an additional $1000 deposit down June 16th, the car arrived at the dealer on September 8th and I pick it up on September 15th. I'll post pictures when I pick it up.
Mine is: Black on Black Leather, Automatic, Premium Pkg, Climate Pkg, 18" Mirzait wheels. I paid MSRP plus tax and registration out the door.
Allegedly my car was ordered the morning Volvo opened slots for 2007 because they placed the order based on my April contract that included the 18" wheels - that was June 16th. When I went in the next day to finalize the contract and put the additional G down I pulled the 18" wheels out of the order. The following week the salesman called and said the order was locked and they couldn't remove the wheels. Funny thing, I was number three on the list at the dealership but they put my car in the system first. I believe the other two cars have not arrived yet – I’ll confirm on Friday.
As for being one of the early '07s, it best have the auxiliary audio input for my MP3 player or external Sirius device if I add one!
Yah black will be challenging. I had four red cars in a row so it was time for a change. I almost went white on black but opted for the black on black when I saw the dealer demos in the spring. This is our first new (or used car) in seven years. I'll be keeping and driving our '99 VW Cabrio w/185K miles for my daily drive until it doesn't run anymore. I'm hoping I'll get another 18 to 24 months out of that car then we will see where we are in life and how the C70 fits at that point. Basically, the C70 was an impulse buy of sorts - I always wanted a Volvo and I was at the dealership to replace the Cabrio with a V50 but I couldn't imagine life without a convertible. On Friday we'll have two and my wife will finally get her VW Cabrio back which I'm sure she will have something to say about!
Also how is the microphone wired for this.. is it up near the rear view mirror (any wires showing from the intstall)?
Thanks
If the C70 version is like the others, you should get 2 Sirius "bands" so that would be 20 presets.
Here are my first 30 mile random impressions/comments: The car looks stunning! It looks like it's moving when standing still. The black on black is awsome. I'd say the noise level of the car with the top up in town driving is the same as my VW Cabrio soft top. The car is solid with the top down! Mine does have the MP3 input and I used it with my player on the drive back to work. The stock stereo sounds great and I found myself tuning back the bass because there was too much. It is not a performance car though it's much faster than my Cabrio. Driving is not how I get my thrills and not having a ton of performance will keep me out of trouble. There is nothing like Volvo seats - I love them, but, the seats have little upper body bolster to them. I never said that I don't drive fast and I found myself holding on through the turns - something I don't have to do with the Cabrio (which maybe has too much bolster and is uncomfortable at times). The doors don't seem to open wide. The LCD radio display could be a better color. I don't know if I care for the aluminum in the top of the steering wheel. My elbow hits the hole in the door panel that you use to pull the door close and can be uncomfortable. I've also learned that you hold the top down button until the display says it's done. I thought the top was down all the way but we couldn't open the trunk - the trunk won't open unless the top is all the way up or down. The top is cool. People were already staring watching it go up and down. I found no issues with the peddles as some have complained about.
I have this enormous guilt over how much I've spent for a car but so far I'm thrilled (which I'll be right up to when I make the first payment).
I’ll post the two pictures I shot at noon when I get home and more after the sun comes out this weekend.
As I mentioned in a previous post, I was #3 in line for an '07 and I got mine fist. The other cars are pending due to the color (pearl white).
I have not driven mine much since I have been gone for a while, and only have 1600 miles on it and so far am pleased with MPG etc.Mine is Celestial Blue with Calcite leather interior. Have only parked a few places where someone doesn't come over to tell me how much they like the car and color.I am in Virginia and just went to dealer June 16th and they were unloading this car and I bought it on spot that day. No regrets....Enjoy yours.
Can you please post some photos from the back with the top down and some that show the interior as I have purchased a similar colour combination.
I live in Australia and placed a deposite in early June.
The C70 will be released here in November and I have been told that my car will be delivered in late January 2007.
In Australia we have a choice of 2 engines, the T5 and a 2.4 non-turbo plus some extra colours.
I bought the 2.4 in metallic black with off black leather.I have the premium sound,heated seats,parking sensors and 17 inch wheels.
The cost here is AUS$80,500 with all taxs and dealer costs. That is US$60500 or UK32200 pound.
The T5 would have cost another $12,000
demongr: I'm not a fan of turbos so this is going to be a very biased answer: if I could have ordered the car without one I would have. If you are looking for any kind of performance then it's a must have with the C70.
I'll gladly take more pictures of the car when I get it back from the dealer (roadside assistance is on their way).
I love the C70 and I love Volvos. I've got serious buyers remorse since I picked it up on Friday and I don't want my car problems to open the door to bashing Volvo and weigh on my "emotional issue".
More to come....
I also have a problem with the whirring (barking dog) noise. I took it in right away to a local dealership and they said there isn’t an issue. I brought in some of the postings from Edmunds and the USA Today article when the car went in for the 7,500 check up. The dealer responded that "according to Volvo there isn’t an issue" and therefore no fix. We asked the dealer to look into a way to disconnect the fan. No word yet.
I’m also upset there isn’t an aux plug for the radio. I would love a wired hook up for an ipod or portable satellite radio.
Anyone have experience with TERK XM direct http://www.audiovox.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001- &storeId=10001&productId=14946&langId=-1 ?
I had my C70 in for replacement of the cover where the rubber bumpers had made circles.This was on 8/30/06. The dealer had brought in a Volvo Technician to replace the cover and put pads on the bumpers to alleviate the circle problem. This was accomplished and I asked the technician from Volvo about a program for the noise problem. He said he had the program on his computer and if I could wait about thirty minutes to install it in my system from his computer he would see if he could fix it.
He put the program in and said he didn't road test it, but to let him know if it was better.I drove about 40 miles and then came back to dealer. Up to time of this writing, I have heard NO barking dogs.He said the hard disk for program would be at dealers at a later date and they would install that program when it comes in on my car if needed.My vents were even cycling before and air would go from weak to strong while the noise was there. This has not happened once since fixing. All is well so far.
Sorry to take up so much space, but thought you should know what Technician from VOLVO did and said so you can ask your dealer for a straight answer. Hope this helps you.
I also have the circle problem on the cover, and have not gotten it taken care of yet. Can my local dealer technician take care of that or do I need a VOLVO technician (aren't they one and the same?)
They factory ordered just for what cars they were producing I guess. There was another C70 that came in after mine was fixed and had the cover replaced also. I believe ours were the only two the dealer had sold.
I was told before the barking dog program was put in my system that it may not work, but we did it anyway and I lucked out by solving MY problem. I did not ask if the other car had the problem. I told the Tech that I had seen the USA TODAY and Edmund forum about the noise and he acknowledged right away that he had the program in his computer therefore I know the factory had to know about it.
They do not replace the bumpers but put a tape (temporary) with soft cloth backing to ride against the cover and said a new tape would be available later and then they would put that on my bumpers.I have been monitoring it for the circles on cover and NONE to this date.
Hope this helps out on your problem.I received my car on June 16th.
Hope all goes well, your car looks fantastic.
When I get back from vacation I will try to get some shots with better lighting!
Sorry to hear about the strange leak. How do you like the car otherwise?
The factory delivery and the performance of the car went beyond our expectation. The day of delivery September 7th, Volvo delivered 12 OSD cars, 9 of which were universally thrilled C70 buyers. Between the C70s that were delivered that day and the C70s waiting for subsequent delivery we saw every exterior and interior color available.
During our 11 days with the car, we put some 2218 miles on it traveling in Sweden, Germany, Austria, France and Denmark. The C70 performance was flawless, without a single failure or adjustment noted! The car met or exceeded every expectation! Most of our mileage was in Germany on the Autobahn, with the top down, at between 90-110 mph (and yes the speed limiter seems to work). We averaged 24.8 mpg. It was well worth our wait of almost a year for this very special car!
Our car is scheduled to arrive back home in early November..we can hardly wait! It
The only way it would be caught later would be by spotting the leak, and the leak probably didn't occur at all until oil pressure was built up while driving and pushed past the threads.
Would I expect someone to drive the car and check for leaks afterwards? hmmm... maybe on a $100k car, but I wouldn't exactly expect it on a $40k mass-produced vehicle.
in other words, expletives happen. I think it was darned nice of them to replace the turbo, personally.
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