Thinking of buying an 05 XC90 2.9 petrol

Mark1barnes · Oct 3rd, 2020, 18:24

Hi guys,

As title describes I’ve seen one of these with low miles, 63k!

I have no experience at all of these...Anybody Know anything about the year/type I describe?

Thanks in advance.

Mark

S60D5-185 · Oct 3rd, 2020, 20:01

If it's a 2.9 petrol it's a T6 and the gearbox on these is made of chocolate.

Only XC90 in the range with a GM gearbox and it's simply not up to the job.

Personally I wouldn't touch one no matter how nice the car is.

If you do intend going ahead make sure that you have a long test drive and get the gearbox thoroughly warmed through as it will then show any issues.

Do a search on XC90 T6 do get a better overview.

The 2.5 and 3.2 petrol are not fitted with this gearbox and are a much safer bet as are all of the diesels.👍

Tannaton · Oct 4th, 2020, 00:05

^^^^ what he said.

In all probability you would be better looking at any other model with twice the mileage on.

Mark1barnes · Oct 4th, 2020, 13:46

Oh dear - I didn’t check in with the forum and went full steam ahead and bought it!!!

If the worst happens and the auto box goes, what is the kind of figure for a replacement? Are these known for any other issues? I’m already contemplating reselling!

Mark

S60D5-185 · Oct 4th, 2020, 19:36

https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/xc...missions-fail/

Friendly · Oct 4th, 2020, 20:00

Looks like it would be worth finding a good warranty for it if you are going to keep it.

Oct 3rd, 2020, 18:24	#1
Mark1barnes New Member Last Online: Jan 17th, 2021 17:03 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Walton on Thames	Thinking of buying an 05 XC90 2.9 petrol Hi guys, As title describes I’ve seen one of these with low miles, 63k! I have no experience at all of these...Anybody Know anything about the year/type I describe? Thanks in advance. Mark

Oct 3rd, 2020, 20:01	#2
S60D5-185 Me ? Surely Not! Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 19:48 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 Geartronic. South of Hadrians Wall.	If it's a 2.9 petrol it's a T6 and the gearbox on these is made of chocolate. Only XC90 in the range with a GM gearbox and it's simply not up to the job. Personally I wouldn't touch one no matter how nice the car is. If you do intend going ahead make sure that you have a long test drive and get the gearbox thoroughly warmed through as it will then show any issues. Do a search on XC90 T6 do get a better overview. The 2.5 and 3.2 petrol are not fitted with this gearbox and are a much safer bet as are all of the diesels.👍 __________________ “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” – Mark Twain 😊 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 SE Geartronic

Oct 4th, 2020, 00:05	#3
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 09:37 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	^^^^ what he said. In all probability you would be better looking at any other model with twice the mileage on. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135

Oct 4th, 2020, 19:36	#5
S60D5-185 Me ? Surely Not! Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 19:48 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 Geartronic. South of Hadrians Wall.	https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/xc...missions-fail/ __________________ “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” – Mark Twain 😊 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 SE Geartronic

Oct 4th, 2020, 13:46	#4
Mark1barnes New Member Last Online: Jan 17th, 2021 17:03 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Walton on Thames	Oh dear - I didn’t check in with the forum and went full steam ahead and bought it!!! If the worst happens and the auto box goes, what is the kind of figure for a replacement? Are these known for any other issues? I’m already contemplating reselling! Mark

Oct 4th, 2020, 20:00	#6
Friendly Junior Member Last Online: Oct 20th, 2023 19:46 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Halifax	Looks like it would be worth finding a good warranty for it if you are going to keep it.

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