Forum: Volvo

Hi Guys, I am very close to purchasing a 2008 model Volvo XC90. I don't really like the wheels that are currently on it, so I am looking for a new set of 18x7 Camulus Volvo branded wheels -Like these -...

Hello, looking for recommendations for a good volvo mechanic in the Gold Coast northern suburbs region. Try to avoid big corporate service centres. Thanks for any help anyone can offer. Kind regards Darlene

As I mentioned on my other post ,I sold the Ecco. Now I am looking at 850 or 940 . I am told the 940 is bullet proof car , a bit bigger than the 850 . I believe the pre 1996 850 had a lot wrong with the auto plus a few other problems ??? Can anybody give me any more info . Thanks , Alan.

Hi.. OK just bought a 2003 XC70.. Should pick it up tomorrow I would like to have an alarm fitted, as I often carry expensive equipment and would like the added peace of mind.. Does anyone know if I can get an alarm fitted that will work from the existing Volvo remote key..? Thanks

Hi.. Anyone know where to buy a steel cargo barrier for a my03 XC70? Thanks

Hi.. Just wondering if anyone has any experience, or thoughts regarding performance mod chips like this one, available on ebay..? https://cars2.ebay.com.au/DYNO-POWER-PERFORMANCE-CHIP-FOR-VOLVO-C70-XC70-XC90-S80_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQitemZ270365017432

Hi all.. I am thinking of buying a second hand XC70 2003 model with 85,000 k on the clock and would like to know peoples opinions about this car..? Any particular mechanical problems with this model..? What about service and repair costs..? Are they really much higher than my current holden...

Hi i have a 2002 V40 2.0 turbo. was wondering what plugs and oil etc to use for servicing ? Car drives great but has started to develop a miss at idle. its overdue for a service going by the sticker. cheers for any advice or pointers to info. BTW i am in Brisbane....

Hi all, I recently came across the following car on an online auction website: http://www.graysonline.com/lot/0001-67346/1999-volvo-s80-t6-4-door-sedan-item-sold-un-registered-located-in-sandr I'm wondering if anybody has any experience with these cars, and what they're like on fuel? I...

Anyone on here got a Volvo hot hatch??

I can tell this car is close by just by hearing the ridiculous howling turbulence it produces. I've been seeing more of these recently and every single one has this problem as it passes me/ goes down my street etc. How did this car win the awards it did? It better have won for wind noise too.

Hello, Someone rang into the back of my XC90 last night. Very minor scratches on one side of the rear bumper on my car as a result. Since it was other party's fault I might as well make a claim. Can anyone recommend a good panel beater (preferrably who gives courtesy car) in south east,...

Hello, Does anyone know when the latest upgrade for the T6 transmission was? I did my service recently (October) at Volvo and asked them twice about the update and was told that my vehicle has received all the updates already. The service before this was done by the previous owner in...

Hi guys. New to the site and new to Volvo's. Need to know - can you increase the output of a 2001 S60 2.4T. also are there any retailers etc. where you can purchase hot parts from in Vic. I love my car, don't get me wrong, but jeeeez it would be handy to crank it up a bit. I'm sure the...

Ive seen this question asked countless times amoung a number of places, with know one hitting the nail on the head: Symptoms: car drives fine for the first 10km (eg car has no noticable problems), by this time the cars temp guageis halfway like it always is except on extreamly hot or cold days...

Well, my Volvo xc90 T6 with 76,000 km on it has started leaking ATF. The Volvo dealership either did not notice it or decided to ignore it at 75,000 km service. I went to an independent Volvo mechanic who told me it appears to be the gasket. I will have to replace the gasket and ATF. I'm...

Hi, I've finally managed to get the cash together to buy a Volvo wagon and now I'm unsure which is the better option. I'm currently undecided between a 1995 850T5 with approx. 210000kms on the clock, and a 1998 V70 XC with approx. 270000kms. Both are wagons and both are auto's, from the pictures...

Just bought 2004 XC90 T6 used with 70,000 km on odometer before finding the information about the dreadful transmission problems. I already paid deposit when found out the bad news. Wanted to exercise the cooling off period and cancel the contract of sale but the dealer gave me free 4 year 120,000...

Hey guys, so as the title says i am a noob at euro cars and am looking at a volvo S80 T6 99/00 mod. These look to be an alright bit of gear and i reckon theyd make a really fat cruiser with nice wheels and sitting nice and low. Just seeing what people in the know think of these cars, and what to...

Hello, Does anyone have any experience with this workshop in Huntingdale? They are doing some repairs for me on Monday. Thanks Alex

Hello, It is pretty much a common knowledge that XC90 T6 2003-06 model has a problematic transmission. My XC90 has had the original transmission changed by the Volvo dealer at 48,000 km. It has now done 73,500 km. I did the 75,000 km service at a famouse Melbourne based Volvo dealer and asked to...

Hello, Recently purchased an XC90 and would like to hear from fellow Melbournians on any recommendations regarding a good volvo mechanic in Melbourne. I'm going to Billia Hawthorn initially but would think it will be an expensive experience. Thanks Alex

My 850R driveability at low revs is quite sluggish and will take a while to spool up to the turbo range. I have noticed that the turbo starts to wind up at around 2500rpm and from 3000rpm onwards starts to give the kick in the seat power. I can get around town fine, albiet like grandpa with...

Hi everyone, New member here and I'm currently thinking of buying another car. Noticed the volvo dealer near me is currently running a special on the S60 2.4 LE for $45k drive away, but these are cars in stock so no choice on optional extras. They do come with metallic paint, but apart from...

My 93 GLT has been spilling oil from the dip stick. Got worse after towing a trailer during house move. Its not blowing black smoke, so rings are fine, and hasn't lost power/drive. Local mechanic says too much compression in the engine block and its blowing oil out. Leak is quite bad. Any1 had this...