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Originally Posted by Sotosound
I've just had the cam cover on my 2014 V70 D4 replaced as they don't do the sensible thing of offering a standalone replacement gasket.
The shame is that if we put the issues aside (Yeah! Right!) the VEA D4 engine with its balancer shafts, 178 bhp, and eight-speed automatic gearbox is a great combination from the perspectives of refinement and performance.
I remember a time long ago when I'd have loved to own a Rover P6 3500 V8 for the tremendous performance that it offered, but the humble V70 D4 would leave it standing.
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... While doing about triple the mpg!
I do miss the D4 VEA performance, economy and driving experience now that the V60 has gone. The faults (and multiple recalls) were irritating though, although Volvo were great with the goodwill contributions.