General: - C70 Buying advice - any tips? - Page 15

Damianero74 · Aug 17th, 2021, 16:22

I have the remapped 2.0D (170bhp/400Nm) coupled with a manual and have driven a couple of D5 C70s (both manual & auto) as well.
Concerning the performance - they all pulled alike.
When it comes to the refinement - I may have a totally different opinion but the D5 was really loud during the acceleration, especially the one with auto transmission. The other thing that bothered were the vibrations at idle - I could feel them on the steering wheel. That's supposedly the "charm" of an uneven number of cylinders.
For comparison, I cannot even notice whether my 2.0D is running by touching the steering wheel.
When it comes to the reliability - I've had mine 2.0D for 2,5 years, bought it cheap and haven't had any issues with it, even after the remap (I've done it about 2 years ago).

I've also driven the 2.4i 170 manual - it is a great engine, it produces a pleasant noise during acceleration but it lacks torque - even compared to the stock 2.0D.

That's my contribution to this topic. All engines are great, so don't limit your potential choices

TimS996 · Aug 17th, 2021, 19:11

Thanks for all the advice so far. I took the plunge and made a deal on this today and just finished driving it home 140 miles.
I’d like to say no problems but the passenger door part opened itself on a country lane which could have been interesting at speed! It was lubricated at service 3 years ago so I have no idea why this would happen now.

However the car is tidy, the interior good and so far all the electrics and gadgets work. The engine has been properly serviced with a cambelt and water pump recently as well as new front shocks, mountings, CV boots all round. In fact over the last 2-3 years it’s had all the advisories done.
It has both the windbreak, spare tyre, rain cover and toolset, as well as all books, service history and both keys so although the paintwork is in need of TLc it’s genuine for its age.

Pulled well in the way back and no problems with the handling or engine.

Only problems for me to look at immediately are -
-Condensation in both headlamps, one has a slight crack to its surface, so I wonder if I can take them out and dry them. However they work well and are not clouded.
-Aircon not working. I have a guy to help me with this and had some money off because of this. I’m budgeting for more than a regas and the price was adjusted for this.
-Service interval warning is coming up. how do I reset this myself?
-Warning that ‘Oncall’ is deactivated. I presume this needs a SIM card to power so have ordered anPAYG one to put in.
-Nav works well but needs updating. Any idea which year I have from the numbers below?
I have no idea how to work the phone, I’m guessing it works from the SIM card only?

Going to spend the next two days going over it and it does need a gearbox oil change which I’ll do next month with the service.
If anyone wants a set of black wheels, let me know! I’ll swap for a standard set, or better still 17”!

TimS996 · Aug 17th, 2021, 19:19

As follows..

eagle58 · Aug 17th, 2021, 20:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimS996

As follows..

Well done mate!

I think you got a really good deal on a very nice car.

A few niggles to sort out is part of the fun!

TimS996 · Aug 17th, 2021, 20:29

Got to have something to do over the next few months.
Already cleared the service code and will white lube the door locks tomorrow.

Simmy · Aug 17th, 2021, 20:38

good to see you have found a c70 that fits your requirements it looks great. the door locks need lube every couple of months . have a run out to one of the local volvo meets. we have a couple of drive outs organised soon to some air museums pm me for details.

Bonefishblues · Aug 17th, 2021, 20:54

Good news, well done Tim

I have successfully fixed a cracked and leaking headlight using a YouTube as guide, filling it with water to find the leak and using headlamp tape and Loctite clear. Good as gold since.

Resetting service is on the net too, 30 seconds to sort.

It should be that the latch just needs re-lubing. I used a spray light grease and it's been fine for me in the last month since I did it.

The rest, dunno!

Baxlin · Aug 17th, 2021, 21:13

Well done. Enjoy!!

TimS996 · Aug 17th, 2021, 21:18

Thanks, if you find the video a link would be great! Was it a Volvo lamp or generic repair?

Bonefishblues · Aug 17th, 2021, 21:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimS996

Thanks, if you find the video a link would be great! Was it a Volvo lamp or generic repair?

I'll have a truffle around and see if I can find it. Volvo unit, and very expensive from Breakers when I looked, which encouraged me to repair!

Aug 17th, 2021, 21:13	#148
Baxlin Old Rocker Last Online: Yesterday 21:19 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Tring	Well done. Enjoy!! __________________ Just my opinion, please don't shoot me if it doesn't match yours! 2011 C70 D3 (now sold)and JZR 3 wheeler

Aug 17th, 2021, 16:22	#141
Damianero74 New Member Last Online: Jan 14th, 2023 22:09 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Mainland Europe :D	I have the remapped 2.0D (170bhp/400Nm) coupled with a manual and have driven a couple of D5 C70s (both manual & auto) as well. Concerning the performance - they all pulled alike. When it comes to the refinement - I may have a totally different opinion but the D5 was really loud during the acceleration, especially the one with auto transmission. The other thing that bothered were the vibrations at idle - I could feel them on the steering wheel. That's supposedly the "charm" of an uneven number of cylinders. For comparison, I cannot even notice whether my 2.0D is running by touching the steering wheel. When it comes to the reliability - I've had mine 2.0D for 2,5 years, bought it cheap and haven't had any issues with it, even after the remap (I've done it about 2 years ago). I've also driven the 2.4i 170 manual - it is a great engine, it produces a pleasant noise during acceleration but it lacks torque - even compared to the stock 2.0D. That's my contribution to this topic. All engines are great, so don't limit your potential choices

Aug 17th, 2021, 19:11	#142
TimS996 Junior Member Last Online: Mar 19th, 2024 12:23 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Manchester	Thanks for all the advice so far. I took the plunge and made a deal on this today and just finished driving it home 140 miles. I’d like to say no problems but the passenger door part opened itself on a country lane which could have been interesting at speed! It was lubricated at service 3 years ago so I have no idea why this would happen now. However the car is tidy, the interior good and so far all the electrics and gadgets work. The engine has been properly serviced with a cambelt and water pump recently as well as new front shocks, mountings, CV boots all round. In fact over the last 2-3 years it’s had all the advisories done. It has both the windbreak, spare tyre, rain cover and toolset, as well as all books, service history and both keys so although the paintwork is in need of TLc it’s genuine for its age. Pulled well in the way back and no problems with the handling or engine. Only problems for me to look at immediately are - -Condensation in both headlamps, one has a slight crack to its surface, so I wonder if I can take them out and dry them. However they work well and are not clouded. -Aircon not working. I have a guy to help me with this and had some money off because of this. I’m budgeting for more than a regas and the price was adjusted for this. -Service interval warning is coming up. how do I reset this myself? -Warning that ‘Oncall’ is deactivated. I presume this needs a SIM card to power so have ordered anPAYG one to put in. -Nav works well but needs updating. Any idea which year I have from the numbers below? I have no idea how to work the phone, I’m guessing it works from the SIM card only? Going to spend the next two days going over it and it does need a gearbox oil change which I’ll do next month with the service. If anyone wants a set of black wheels, let me know! I’ll swap for a standard set, or better still 17”!

Aug 17th, 2021, 20:29	#145
TimS996 Junior Member Last Online: Mar 19th, 2024 12:23 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Manchester	Got to have something to do over the next few months. Already cleared the service code and will white lube the door locks tomorrow.

Aug 17th, 2021, 20:38	#146
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:37 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	good to see you have found a c70 that fits your requirements it looks great. the door locks need lube every couple of months . have a run out to one of the local volvo meets. we have a couple of drive outs organised soon to some air museums pm me for details.

Aug 17th, 2021, 20:54	#147
Bonefishblues Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:43 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Near Bicester, Oxon	Good news, well done Tim I have successfully fixed a cracked and leaking headlight using a YouTube as guide, filling it with water to find the leak and using headlamp tape and Loctite clear. Good as gold since. Resetting service is on the net too, 30 seconds to sort. It should be that the latch just needs re-lubing. I used a spray light grease and it's been fine for me in the last month since I did it. The rest, dunno!

Aug 17th, 2021, 21:18	#149
TimS996 Junior Member Last Online: Mar 19th, 2024 12:23 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Manchester	Thanks, if you find the video a link would be great! Was it a Volvo lamp or generic repair?

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