S60 Body/Trim: - '06 S60 Headlight Protectors - With Masking

Sid60ish · Apr 9th, 2008, 20:56

Off to the Italian Lakes in May and wanted to mask the headlights to fend off any over-zealous foreign BiB complaining about dazzle etc - and been told that some get the ticket book out even if you lower the lights to lowest setting.

Went to local Volvo dealer to buy set of suitably masked protectors, (you cannot stick anything on the polycarbonate headlight lenses without risk of heat damage = replacement at circa £300 each).

Intially dealer said "No protectors for '06 cars, sorry". After a bit of discussion they had another check and found a new Accessory list dated Feb '08 showing the very dab............sets for either Halogen or Bi-Xenon lights, (mine's Halogen).

Kindly dealer ordered set of each on a "No work = no buy" basis. Set for Halogen arrived today; they fit and are pre-masked for continental touring. Set contains all the clips you need - for both pre- and post-'05 cars. They are suitable for same year spread V70 also.

Part No. is 40005671 and cost was £36.81 inc VAT after VOC discount.

Top marks to John Darke in Lincoln for going the extra mile.

Set for Bi-Xenon are on back-order with no time frame known, but that's now not a problem...........for me.

Just thought this might be useful for some folks. Apologies if this is old info.

GMcL · Apr 9th, 2008, 21:23

Sometimes you wonder why you have to use the main dealer network when they don't know the product brand they represent.
These protectors have been available certainly since Nov. 2006 for the facelift cars.

Sid60ish · Apr 9th, 2008, 22:08

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Originally Posted by GMcL

Sometimes you wonder why you have to use the main dealer network when they don't know the product brand they represent.
These protectors have been available certainly since Nov. 2006 for the facelift cars.

I have to say that would make sense. Couldn't really understand why Volvo would produce a car with headlights you couldn't properly mask. Obviously they didn't. Ah the joys of the motor trade.

Apologies for posting what would seem to be rather old hat. As the actress said of the archbishop; "His intentions were good"

GMcL · Apr 10th, 2008, 04:23

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Originally Posted by Sid60ish

Apologies for posting what would seem to be rather old hat. As the actress said of the archbishop; "His intentions were good"

No need for apologies as we're getting round to that time of year again when people start thinking about taking their cars abroad. Thanks for the price info. too. I think ours were about thirty-five pounds eighteen months ago without the discount.
That must be the official inflation rate of around 2% at work <removes tongue from cheek>.

superplum · Apr 10th, 2008, 16:24

I'm intrigued by this! My 05 S60T5 (with Xenons) expects to be masked when I go to Europe. The handbook gives the masking patterns for both types of lights and I have no difficulty with fitting or removal and no signs of damage. I use the old Lucas type of black masking film (with silver reverse) and the lights have a tiny plastic dot moulded into the lens to show where to apply the masks.

GMcL · Apr 10th, 2008, 16:50

Not sure about Xenons and if they are glass or plastic. The Halogens have plastic which through experience with a previous car and a certain aftermarket stores stick on deflectors burnt the plastic covers.

The benefit of buying the full light covers is also you remove the risk of having to source a right hand drive headlight in left hand drive Europe if you should be unlucky enough to suffer a chipped or cracked headlight.
Worth the thrity-odd quid to me to remove the risk.

CTCNetwork · Apr 11th, 2008, 01:45

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMcL

Sometimes you wonder why you have to use the main dealer network when they don't know the product brand they represent.

You'll find that Volvo Cars UK are often no more help either, and they are the official importers!!!
They will even give incorrect information, as I have found to my own cost...

Des. . .

Sgt_Squirrel · Dec 29th, 2009, 11:10

Hi all, I went to my Volvo dealer for Headlight covers (not touring covers) only to be told that V-UK no longer sell them! - Is there anywhere else I can go? 2004 S60 D5 w/Halogen. Thanks!

GMcL · Dec 29th, 2009, 12:19

This is one of the aftermarket places that do them.
http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/...oducts_id=2953

Just check if your car is Model Year 2004 or 2005 as the headlights changed from glass headlights with wipers to plastic covers with washer jets.

Apr 9th, 2008, 20:56	#1
Sid60ish VOC Member Last Online: Mar 6th, 2015 18:39 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lincoln View Photos By: Sid60ish	'06 S60 Headlight Protectors - With Masking Off to the Italian Lakes in May and wanted to mask the headlights to fend off any over-zealous foreign BiB complaining about dazzle etc - and been told that some get the ticket book out even if you lower the lights to lowest setting. Went to local Volvo dealer to buy set of suitably masked protectors, (you cannot stick anything on the polycarbonate headlight lenses without risk of heat damage = replacement at circa £300 each). Intially dealer said "No protectors for '06 cars, sorry". After a bit of discussion they had another check and found a new Accessory list dated Feb '08 showing the very dab............sets for either Halogen or Bi-Xenon lights, (mine's Halogen). Kindly dealer ordered set of each on a "No work = no buy" basis. Set for Halogen arrived today; they fit and are pre-masked for continental touring. Set contains all the clips you need - for both pre- and post-'05 cars. They are suitable for same year spread V70 also. Part No. is 40005671 and cost was £36.81 inc VAT after VOC discount. Top marks to John Darke in Lincoln for going the extra mile. Set for Bi-Xenon are on back-order with no time frame known, but that's now not a problem...........for me. Just thought this might be useful for some folks. Apologies if this is old info. __________________ MY06 S60 D5 SE Geartronic + Winter Pack & Rear Park Assist Magic Blue Pearl & Light Sand Select Leather The speed of dark must be much faster than the speed of light as no matter where the light goes, darkness is sat waiting for it........... (inspired by T Pratchett) Last edited by Sid60ish; Apr 9th, 2008 at 20:58. Reason: Edited to add : they are suitable for V70 also.

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GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Yesterday 15:31 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	This is one of the aftermarket places that do them. http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/...oducts_id=2953 Just check if your car is Model Year 2004 or 2005 as the headlights changed from glass headlights with wipers to plastic covers with washer jets. __________________ 2011 Volvo S60 D3 R-design Premium - 2020 Focus ST estate automatic - 2020 KIA eSoul 150kW 64kwh EV Previous: 2005 Volvo S60 D5 Sport - 2017 Focus RS

Apr 9th, 2008, 21:23	#2
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Yesterday 15:31 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	Sometimes you wonder why you have to use the main dealer network when they don't know the product brand they represent. These protectors have been available certainly since Nov. 2006 for the facelift cars.

Apr 10th, 2008, 16:24	#5
superplum VOC Member Last Online: Nov 13th, 2023 20:46 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Attleborough	I'm intrigued by this! My 05 S60T5 (with Xenons) expects to be masked when I go to Europe. The handbook gives the masking patterns for both types of lights and I have no difficulty with fitting or removal and no signs of damage. I use the old Lucas type of black masking film (with silver reverse) and the lights have a tiny plastic dot moulded into the lens to show where to apply the masks.

Apr 10th, 2008, 16:50	#6
GMcL 0's and 1's Last Online: Yesterday 15:31 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: -	Not sure about Xenons and if they are glass or plastic. The Halogens have plastic which through experience with a previous car and a certain aftermarket stores stick on deflectors burnt the plastic covers. The benefit of buying the full light covers is also you remove the risk of having to source a right hand drive headlight in left hand drive Europe if you should be unlucky enough to suffer a chipped or cracked headlight. Worth the thrity-odd quid to me to remove the risk.

Dec 29th, 2009, 11:10	#8
Sgt_Squirrel New Member Last Online: Aug 6th, 2012 18:24 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Romsey, Hampshire	Hi all, I went to my Volvo dealer for Headlight covers (not touring covers) only to be told that V-UK no longer sell them! - Is there anywhere else I can go? 2004 S60 D5 w/Halogen. Thanks!

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