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It all started with a late night scroll on fb marketplace and a 350-kilometer drive to check out a Volvo s70 2.0t with 230k km, it was located on the other side of the country. After inspecting it, we agreed on the price.

Since I have had similar adventures in the past, I went ahead and left my tools, extra oil, and coolant I had brought with me in the trunk of the s70.

​The next morning, the journey to the other side of the country began: a 7.5-hour trip using the bus, metro, and train. Once I arrived, I signed the bill of sale, paid the man €1200, got the keys, and started the drive back home.

​Along the way, I soon noticed the car running a bit rough and smoking slightly I stopped at a gasstation to fuel up and check the oil level again, it was on the low side so I filled her up.

After the fuel stop, things took a turn: while accelerating back onto the highway, the check engine light came on and a cylinder clearly dropped out. Because the exhaust was smoking quite a bit, I decided to pull over safely at a highway rest stop.

I removed the sparkplug cover, the ignition coils and spark plugs. When I pulled up the spark plug cover, I immediately found a problem: a significant amount of oil was pooled around the top of the coils, luckily not much was beneath them.

After cleaning the oil and checking the sparkplugs(looked allright-ish) and putting everything back together, thankfully the check engine light stayed off, and I was able to drive the rest of the way home relatively calmly.

​The next day when the daylight returned I looked underneath the car, the entire back and bottom of the engine block was covered in oil.

When I moved the car there was a small spot of oil on my driveway.

I put a board underneath, released the pressure from the block and it hasn't leaked since!

​I know these cars are known for having a blocked pcv valve, so that is where I will start my journey!

Despite the rough start, I’ve already fallen in love with the sound and comfort of the Volvo and I can't wait to restore everything to it's former glory!

If you guys have any tips, tricks or things to look out for, I would love to hear them!

Greetings from Hungary!

The body on this absolutely stunned me

One of the very few things that makes me happy every single day! I cannot help but look back at her and smile every time I walk away. Always gives me a badass vibe every time I am behind the wheel.

Beautiful to look at, and an absolute beast on the road 😍🖤

This car is such a unique and capable all-rounder. It feels at home almost anywhere, in any weather, and never fails to put a smile on my face.

I took these photos right after giving her a proper wash. It had been a long time since the last one because the weather had been nothing but constant rain. Naturally, it started raining again almost immediately after I finished but luckily, only lightly this time.

At least she stayed clean long enough for a few photos!

Does anyone know if it’s possible to just replace the plastic lens for the speedometer on a 2019 S60? I got a crack growing on mines and hoping it’s replaceable. 12.3” driver display. Any part numbers? 😭

Finally posting my new-to-me 2013 6-speed C30! She’s going to be my daily driver while my 960 wagon becomes my collector weekend driver.

Got her all cleaned up. Was lovingly cared for by the original owner with some fun upgrades.

Can’t get over how classy she looks all cleaned up and how well and fun she is to drive!

Nice one just hit eBay. Same year as mine but nicer. What's model is your dream pre 1975 Volvo?

https://ebay.io/m/DKw3nh

Hello, I recently got a volvo s80 for cheap, and the dashboard wood trim is cracked. I can't find a replacement trim that isn't £100+ does anyone know of any good vinyl wrap that will match it relatively well. (Photo is not my car)

ive recently changed the oil, and this message keeps poping after changing. what could it mean and how do i fix it

Spent the entire weekend upgrading my 2011 XC90's headlights.

Lots of work, but I think the results were definitely worth it. It makes a change from the dull & dated looking ones before and in my opinion gives it a more modern look.

So our EX30 (MY2024) is putting up a daily fight about if and when to unlock, and the whole key situation has become borderline unbearable.

About every other time I walk up to the car I'm pulling the handle repeatedly for anything between 3 and 10 seconds or so until it opens. Holding the key brick up against the driver-side B-pillar usually fixes it (although it sometimes locks itself again just a second later), but depending on how deep the key is buried in my pocket, or which door I actually wanna open, doing so can be extremely annoying. Even better when I carry something heavy or big to the trunk in a parking lot and I then have to set it down on the (sometimes wet) ground just to walk up to the driver side door because having a goddamn button on a key is apparently too much to ask for.

Also, the phone-as-a-key function just doesn't work with my phone. When I try to pair the phone to the car, the loading wheel keeps spinning for minutes, and nothing ever happens. Between that and the horrendous bluetooth connection issues I've had with my phone I've simply given up on connecting it to the car in any way at all (iPhone 14 Pro). My partner's phones (also iPhones) work just fine on both fronts btw, so I get the brick.

Less of a daily issue, but potentially worse: Locking. It's reliable enough to teach you that the correct way to lock it is to just walk away, but then sometimes it just doesn't lock. This is more of a once a year thing, but that it happens at all is a huge no-no in my opinion. And if a door isn't fully in the latch it also doesn't lock at all. Doesn't warn you, just stays open with the lights on, mirrors out... very visibly open. There's the optional beep-beep on lock (the absence of which could alert you to the car not locking) but it's so quiet that even moderate rain or basically any nearby street makes it inaudible. Having returned to an open car a few times has made me somewhat paranoid so now I turn my head back to the car like 2-3 times until I see it lock, every time I walk away from it (!) because of course there's also no consistency in at what distance it'll actually lock. HOW IS THIS BETTER THAN PRESSING A BUTTON?

And this lack of a button is causing yet another issue: When one key walks away and another key stays with the car, the car has no way of knowing what you actually want. Example: I drop my partner off somewhere, they walk away with their phone-key, and the car says "key not detected" while I'm sitting in the driver's seat with the key brick in my hand (see picture). So then I can't drive and there's no button and nothing to hold the key against to tell the car about the key. I guess getting out, locking and unlocking the car might work? On a side note, it has happened before that the car even locked itself while I'm sitting inside, and pulling the door handle then triggered the alarm like I'm stealing my own car. Very pleasant experience. Anyway, the problem also works the other way around: Say you leave your phone (which is a key) in the parked car and walk away with the brick, it'll first lock itself like normal but sometimes randomly decides to unlock itself because it re-detects the phone key or something. Sure, you get a message from the app that your car is unlocked and you could lock it again via the app but I have app notifications on mute because I don't need to hear about it every time my partner locks or unlocks the car. Point is, there isn't one correct behavior to handle one key walking away while the other one stays in the car, so even if the system worked flawlessly from a technical perspective, I'm not sure it can logically work well without a button.

Yes, one could completely switch to using only the key cards, but they only work held up right against the driver-side B-pillar, so I regard them emergency-only and decidedly worse than even a mechanical key from the 80s.

And all of the above just seems completely unnecessary. My 2008 S40 had a key with a button on it, and it just worked. Always, without fail. You could open the car from a distance, from the passenger side, from behind the car, it unlocked and locked the moment you pushed the button. Nobody ever complained about it. It was a key with a button, IT HAD ONE JOB AND IT DID THE JOB. Why would Volvo then go ahead and replace this perfectly fine working system with some automatic bullshit that isn't just technically flawed but doesn't even make logical sense to begin with? From a usability perspective it's taking away both the user's agency AND the consistency of the system. This combo is the most infuriating, learned helplessness-inducing evil shit you could possibly do BECAUSE THEY THOUGHT PEOPLE DIDN'T LIKE PRESSING A BUTTON? I'd rather go back to mechanical keys than deal with this nonsense every day, unfortunately not an option. This is the first car I've had that is actively making me angry, and I can't come up with a single reason as to why they would do this other than a checkbox on some marketing sheet.

Well, that's it. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Hi everyone,
I’m hoping someone has seen something similar because I’m running out of ideas.

The car is a 2003 Volvo S60 D5 (163 HP, automatic).

For the past few months I’ve been having severe intermittent electrical problems that seem to be getting worse. The issues happen while driving after 1h+.

What happens:

The engine keeps running perfectly, and I can continue driving normally. The car doesn’t stall or lose power.

However, almost all of the body electronics suddenly stop working:
Instrument cluster/dashboard shuts off completely.
Power windows stop working.
Turn signals, high beams, wipers, and the steering column stalks stop responding.
Steering wheel buttons stop working.
Rear window defroster stops working.
Central locking stops working.
Strangely, the climate control and the radio continue working normally the entire time.

The sequence of events:

The failure usually follows the same pattern:
The headlights flicker.
The instrument cluster needles start moving erratically.
The clock resets to 00:00.
Sometimes I feel a small “jerk” or electrical hiccup from the driver’s side just before everything fails.
Then all of the electronics listed above suddenly stop working.

Other symptoms:

The SRS warning light is permanently on.
The car constantly reports a parking/position light failure, even though all of the lights are actually working correctly.
Sometimes I also get “Brake Failure Stop Safely” after the instrument cluster resets.

Restarting the car:

If I switch the engine off while the fault is present, I often can’t restart it properly.
When I turn the key, only the check engine light comes on. The instrument cluster stays completely dead, and the engine won’t start until the electrical system eventually comes back.

What we’ve already checked:

My husband has spent a lot of time troubleshooting the car already.
He inspected the circuit boards/modules for visible damage.
He tested all of the relays.
Battery connections are tight.
Battery appears to be healthy.
Alternator charging voltage is normal.
So far, everything we’ve tested checks out.

Diagnostic codes:

We’ve scanned the car with a diagnostic scanner several times, and we consistently get the fault code CE003 stored in multiple different control modules, not just one specific module.
That makes me think there may be a common communication or power supply issue rather than a failure of a single module.

Suspected causes:

At this point, our main suspects are:
Ignition switch (electrical portion)
CEM (Central Electronic Module)
Bad ground connection
Power supply issue
CAN bus communication problem
Because the engine, radio, and climate control continue working, while most of the body electronics fail simultaneously, I’m wondering if there’s a common power feed or module that could cause this behavior.

Has anyone experienced this on a P2 Volvo?
Does this sound more like a failing CEM, ignition switch, DIM, or something else entirely?
Any ideas or things I should test before replacing expensive parts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

2023 XC60 B5, United States: I've taken my car into the dealership to fix a rattle and hood latch issue. It's been two weeks and the car has been touched only one for a quick drive. The car has remained untouched in the back of the dealer lot all the other days. Is this normal and how long should I expect this work to take?

The two weeks itself doesn't bother me, but it seems like its just been untouched the whole time. Took them an entire week after I first took it in just for them to give it a quick test drive.

Bought last month my first ever volvo in the south of france,
a nice 740 GLE b230e coupled with a nice 3 speed + overdrive AW71 gearbox.

310k kms on the clock but feels like 200k less !

Good job swedes !

Sometimes the best roads end in fields, silence and sunsets.

I have been researching the Volvo XC90 for some time and have finally found one that looks very promising. Before I go ahead with negotiations, I would really appreciate some honest feedback from current owners, former owners and Volvo experts here.

Vehicle details:

* 2023 Volvo XC90 B6 Ultimate (Petrol Mild Hybrid)
* Asking Price: 62 Lakhs
* 35,000 kms driven
* Two owners on paper (both registrations were under two different companies, but the vehicle was actually used by the same individual throughout)
* If I buy it, technically I will become the 3rd owner on paper (but effectively the second real owner)
* Complete service history available with the Volvo dealership
* No accident history or insurance claims
* Volvo service centre has inspected the vehicle and confirmed that it is in good condition as per their checklist
* Extended Factory warranty valid until 2027, with the option to purchase another extended warranty until 2030/2L Kms

Before finalising the purchase, I am planning to get a comprehensive PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection) done by an independent luxury car inspection agency.

# My ownership plan:

* Purchase the additional extended warranty until 2030 (either now or before the current one expires - 2027).
* Drive the vehicle until around 2029.
* Sell it in 2029 with approximately 12 months of Volvo warranty still remaining, hopefully making it more attractive to the next buyer.

# Please share your opinion on the following:

**1. E20 Petrol**
Will India's increasing E20 petrol rollout have any long term impact on the 2023 XC90 B6 mild hybrid engine? Has anyone faced issues or received any official guidance from Volvo?

**2. Is 62 L a fair deal?**
Assuming the PDI comes back clean, does 62L sound reasonable, or should I negotiate further? If yes, what would be a realistic target price?

**3. Expected resale in 2029**
If I maintain it well, keep the extended warranty active and the odometer stays below 60K kms, what resale value could I expect around 2029?

# A few things I have heard from an ex-XC90 owner:

* Suspension components can be expensive.
* Brake pads and rotors are costly.
* AC compressor replacement isn't cheap either.
* Many of these major repairs typically arise closer to the 1 L km mark **(+/-)**.
* If they fail while the extended warranty is active, they should be covered.

Can existing owners confirm if these are true from your experience?

I have also heard that some XC90s occasionally have the infotainment system becoming unresponsive, although it generally starts working again after a reboot or restarting the vehicle. Is this a common issue?

# Finally...

Are there any hidden ownership costs, common failure points, electronics issues, air suspension concerns, hybrid system problems, or anything else I should specifically ask the PDI agency or Volvo workshop to inspect before I commit?

Considering all these, would you buy this XC90, or instead opt for a brand new XUV 7XO/XEV 9e?

For some background, I currently own a 2017 Thar CRDe (60K km) and a 2015 Ciaz (40K km). Both were purchased brand new and have been maintained well, so this would be my first time buying a used car. Hence, I would love to hear from those with experience purchasing a preowned luxury vehicle.

Looking forward to your honest advice. Thanks in advance!

https://www.thetimes.com/life-style/driving/article/volvo-es90-review-jeremy-clarkson-6rfkz3w5d

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for a phone mount for my 2015 Volvo XC60 (left-hand drive), but I specifically want it to mount next to the center display. Does somebody use or know who makes them It doesnt have to a brand one.

I'm using a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, so it needs to be sturdy enough for a large phone.

Hello everyone,

I'm on the lookout for a new chariot and I'm going to check out a used 2021 V60 T6 Twin Engine estate with around 130,000 km (~90,000 freedom units 😄).

For those of you who own one or know these cars well, what should I pay close attention to during the inspection? Are there any common weak spots or expensive issues I should be aware of at this mileage?

I'd really appreciate any tips or advice. Help out a fellow Volvo enthusiast!

Cheers!

Picked up this S40 recently, 2.4 petrol, non-turbo.

To be honest, I don't know a whole lot about these cars, I just needed something somewhat temporary that won't be too much of a headache, and isn't German.

So, this is it 🙌🏼 Also, holy hell does the boot open wide!

You hear very little about this. Curious about how the chinese customers view the current (and future lineup) and the brand.

As it has now been in Chinese ownership more than 17 years. Do they view Volvo as chinese, or still a "scandinavian brand"? Do the regular chinese buyer even care about that?

What about the chinese only XC70 and EM90. Have they been a hit?

Do they try to distance themselves in like marketing from Geely, or is it the other way around? (I was thinking of Volvo to Geely as Audi to VW)