7:19 I assure you my 04 V70R ( my daily driver), (the first year for the facelift)had HID headlights, factory Brembo brakes, and 4 c suspension.

I've had both the 850R and the P2 V70R, gotta say the 850R is my favorite simply because of how it was designed. Super simple to work on, less electronics to break, lighter, and it has a boost needle which is very fun to look at while driving lol

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

It's a car I'd love to own if I could! I need to feature one for a full episode of TestDrive Spotlight at some point.

@habaschhd9757

4 жыл бұрын

The interior of the 850s was soo much more beautyful too...

@ogfromutube9649

2 жыл бұрын

Yes no CEM PEM UEM BCM so on and so forth. You had an abs module which often failed and an ECM and TRACS module and TCM if you were auto. No angle gear collar sleeve failures, no clogged sunroof drain tubes, no failing coil packs, or corroded CEM causing all sorts of fun stuff, no failing $500 siren module disabling your sunroof. However M4.3 and M4.4 did not go without it's quirks.. but was much more resilient to tampering then me7 or me9..

You cant compare the t5's from the 90s with todays newer volvos..the old 850s just feels different when hitting the gas, and the sound was a killer

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

There's no doubt there's something unique and special about these original go-fast Volvos.

@lookcloser4536

4 жыл бұрын

True, but the new ones still have most of the passion that made the 90's era Volvos great. :)

@didierbeauvais

3 жыл бұрын

Nobody talks about the 1998 c70 coupe with the 2.4 t5 5 speed.

@jamiesmith6838

3 жыл бұрын

@@didierbeauvais Exactly! Loved that unique Volvo coupe!

@OO7RX7

3 жыл бұрын

@@lookcloser4536 New ones are made in China

I love the character of the older Volvos. They still have plenty of power and a fantastic noise from the engine/exhaust.

@PRNTestDrive

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! They last also, I found a lot of older Volvo models for sale during my searches recently.

My dream car is a Sonic Blue V70R 2007. With the orange seats and door panels :D

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Those orange seats sure do shine!

@CaptainBreny

Жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive Just bought a 2004 Titanium grey V70R with the M66 and Atacama and since they rarley come up for sale here in Norway i just hade to :D

I bought a 1996 Volvo 850R in red almost 2 years ago for my first ever car and I love it luckily it was in good shape as the guy took good care of it.

@PRNTestDrive

Жыл бұрын

Nice first car to have, enjoy it!

@Sebastian-yn6cn

Жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for it?

@jamieleal6251

Жыл бұрын

@@Sebastian-yn6cn paid 3250 for it as my dad worked with him at Volvo for years.

Great content as always! The atacama interior is simply beautiful and priceless

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We wish we could have spent more time with these cars, the interiors are really nice.

v70 2nd gen is by far the coolest volvo imo. Got the 5 cyl character and the looks to go by.

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

It's a car we'd love to feature in more depth!

One of the most informative Volvo videos ever thanks for the great content!!

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that, thanks! We wanted to do something different, and we're lucky we had enough support from the local Volvo community to get as many vehicles as possible for this episode.

Huge thanks to you for this video Mr Livesey. Cheers

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you think so, thank you as always!

Best car I ever owned, 97 850 T-5R estate, gorgeous, safe, fast and practical. And lots of fun to drive. And still respectable.

@royselles3664

4 жыл бұрын

I have to ask, how can you own a 97 850T-5R when they were only produced in 1995

@DrClumber

4 жыл бұрын

Roy Selles You’re right, just checked my photos and it was an R! Still an awesome machine.

@royselles3664

4 жыл бұрын

Also, a 850R is only produced in 1996 😅

@DrClumber

4 жыл бұрын

@@royselles3664 Definitely dispute that, though it might have been put on license in 1997!

I love the data on video content. Thanks a bunch.

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it, thanks! We wanted to make sure we made something informative and interesting to Volvo enthusiasts and those who're curious about this kind of content.

All of these are beautiful engineered & for me a dream car. 😎😎👊👊👍👍👌👌✌✌

damn, I almost was up there with my '04 S60R for this shoot, damn schedule ! great video Nile ! good job !

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Would have been awesome to have you! But I'm glad we got the 3 important ones for this video.

Cool history, thank you!

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks! I'm really proud of the way this episode turned out.

Great review.

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We're very happy with the way this one came out.

Superb historical review of a proud brand,

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We wanted to do something special with this, especially since there's a lot of great history with Volvo R that isn't discussed outside of the core Volvo enthusiast communities.

I had the 2011 S40r and it was everything with the lowered suspension. I now have the 2015 XC60r polestar.

@PRNTestDrive

2 жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong with either!

What a brilliant piece. Thank you. So much info for all us car geeks. Video saved. 👏👏👏👏

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad this video is finally getting some views. It was a lot of work to get all these cars together for the shoot. I'm happy to hear you liked it, thanks!

@BionicRusty

3 жыл бұрын

PRN_TestDrive congratulations on this. It’s plain to see how much effort was involved. I honestly think it should be a massive hit for views. You certainly taught me a few things, and I was an avid follower of the 850R in touring cars. It was fantastic and did what it set out to do. Very brave move from Volvo. 🤜🤛👍👍

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

I’d love to get the chance to feature any one of these older Volvo’s in more depth.

@BionicRusty

3 жыл бұрын

PRN_TestDrive Oh that’d be awesome. Go for a pair. 😂🤣 It’d make a great video, with a tale of their battles and the story of their birth to track. The Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500. Not sure if it’s called Sierra there. That’s another rare beast nowadays and was a dream car for me. We have homologation to thank for these monsters. 👍

I own a 2012 Volvo C70 T5 polestar and I love it !!!

Yes i have a yellow estate. King of the town! Ha!

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! I can't remember the last time I saw a proper yellow Volvo on the road.

@alfie3836

3 жыл бұрын

PRN_TestDrive I saw one in Canada north of Toronto. I rolled down the window and chatted him up. He imported it from Japan. It was mint!

great looking cars, and nice music as well

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I wanted to try something a little different this time around, tried to get some decent background music to help with the vibe of this episode.

My husband had that 2005 and he loved it!

@PRNTestDrive

2 жыл бұрын

Very nice!

Cool vid, Volvo's and soundtrack bro!

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, thanks!

Cool video!

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Well said. I have the same 19 S60 t6 r with polestar upgrade and a black 96 850r. I just purchased a 95 T5R r sedan in cream yellow. My R library is complete

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Congrats also on the 1995, those seem to be pretty rare overall so finding one to hold onto is great. Enjoy it!

@hoozkanoo8133

Жыл бұрын

how can it be complete without a P2...? 🤔

The V70 II R still is the greatest car i have ever had 😍

@muckle8

Жыл бұрын

A ex police “96 850 t5 estate was my best car , I used to go hunting after dark!

I got a US spec 1998 C70 5 speed factory! 1991 Volvo 480 turbo, 2004 S60r, 1983 245 turbo, 2008 c30 6 speed!!!! Great video!!

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Good to see a history on Volvo’s R lineup Polestar is phenomenal but they should bring back the five banger!

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

I'm really happy with the way this one turned out, I just wish more people watch it.

@lookcloser4536

4 жыл бұрын

They would have a difficult time to bring it, because of EU emission laws and their small sales... Their 4 cylinder is made to go up to 6 cylinder tho.

Great vid, I Absolutely adore my 2005 2.4 T5 V70.i have the manual 6speed with spaceball shifter. It's just wonderful at everything it does, well it's a bit thirsty but meh while cares haha

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it, thanks for sharing!

Correction: The last "R" with a 5 cylinder variant was produced up until 2007. Great vid tho! Thx!

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Well I’m glad you liked the video.

Im surprise that no video from Shifting Lanes showed up in my recommendations because of this production!....Whats up with that YT?!

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

That's a channel we haven't heard of, I'll have to check it out!

Signature red R-Design? Yes please😏😏

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Easily the best colour for a Volvo. they all fit nicely in the same colour.

great episode mate very informative with some historical information i didn't know about before many thanks to you keep up the good work ... I'm also following you on Instagram ... I'm a big fan ... cheers

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad you liked this one, thanks! I feel like its a good mix between the new car content we produce with the classic stuff we started off with 3 years ago.

P80's were never 0-60 cars... But 60-120 might play a different outcome vs an M3.. I have a 98 S70 T5 manual. It has a 2004 C70 B5234T9 engine. 2.3l 247hp 244ft/lbs. Or it was before I upgraded fuel pump, injectors, maf housing, turbo, 3" catless turbo back, ported intake manifold and ported exhaust housing, It has. 19T that had it's compressor cover machined out with a td05-18g billet wheel installed with a 9 blade viper exhaust wheel. It has a water methanol injection kit and runs 23psi. It's right around 390bhp and over 400ft/lbs. I did upgrade to a ttv chrome moly 12lbs flywheel that was repinned for an Audi rs2 Sachs 707 pressure plate with an 850R disc. I have IPD full poly upper, lower, and subframe bushings and torque mounts. It has BC Racing coilovers and nitto neo gen 280 treadwear tires on 17x8 rims. It still suffer wheel spin in 1st and 2nd really engaging and putting you planted in your seat by 3rd. It runs mid 12s in the 1/4 which is impressive to me for a 3000lbs 90s family sedan. I greatly enjoyed your video very informative although as a p80 and p2 junkie I know most of. The new modern volvos are still great cars but the late 90s was the last of the true Swedish engineering with European tuning. I would love an S90 lol...

You passed over the P3’s Mighty quick

You needed an exhaust sound clip in there!!!!

Keep in mind that V70 R is comfortable full size estate with AWD, integrated child seat and automatic gearbox, as You compared it with E46 M3 ;)

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

It had a lot going for it back in the day! It's a car I'd love to be able to feature fully on this show.

I used to have 2006 s60r, in red with the sport body kit, was a head turner for sure. Hated the turning radius was poor.. huge design flaw

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

Guy just read the volvo 850R volvotips page, maybe that's why he was so generous with the power figures.

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Most of the info came directly from Volvo corporate, along with research on a number of different websites including volvotips.com. I would argue that the power figures I quoted were accurate since they came from the manufacturer itself.

whos v70R is featured? it look like its modified a bit. I see a snabb intercooler, looks like its on springs or coilovers, and that Atacama interior looks like a good redye

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

The grey V70R might have some mods done to it, it was my understanding that the vehicle was a one-owner car before being sold to the current owner.

I've seen many Supras get spanked by alot of volvo T5&T6 sport wagons. My favorite are from the late 80s to mid 90s.

@lilmookie6688

3 жыл бұрын

...80s? The first year was 93 and it continued on into the 2000s.

Volvo R sport exit since 1979^^ !

yo that red 850 R !!!!!!!!!!!

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

It's a beaut!

missing the p3 t6s

Great video, anyone Who knows what The songs in The video were called?

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

They’re all part of the KZread Creator Studio free use music library, I’ll try to track down the song titles.

Thinner anti roll bars and stiffer suspension means the ride is harder and not comfortable . Hope modern Volvo production cars are having thicker anti roll bars and softer suspension for comfort

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Volvo should really be moving in that direction for their regular, non-Polestar models.

There are three cars I want to own: a Justy 4WD ECVT, a 3rd gen Firebird Trans-Am, and the 850 T5-R! Also good god that V70R exterior is radically fucked up with all that gaudy shit on it and the V60PS rims. Stock > all

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I can't really speak for the decisions that owners make on their own cars, we firmly believe that we should just let people enjoy things. It works for them, not for us, and that's ok. In a perfect world we'd have 100% completely stock/OEM vehicles for episodes like this.

Well i couldn't make first view but ill take first comment and 2nd like!.....YES!

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

We always appreciate the comments! Glad you liked this one!

anyone know the wheels and tires on the red 850 at 3:12 ?

@eirikhalvorsen_volvo

Жыл бұрын

I assume 17" rims, 205/45 tires or something like that.

Can some please say me where the first gen V70 got the mirror turn signals?

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

From what I can tell in photos online, the first generation V70 had fender signals, looks like 2003 they moved them to the mirrors.

@marcusjosefsson4998

2 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive Turn signals in mirrors wasn't until MY 2006. Also that was 2nd generation V70. 1st generation was 1997-2000.

Shame Volvo will never go back to thier glory days of the 850s

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

The same can really be said about any car manufacturer today.

@benjaminsmith2287

4 жыл бұрын

They may be in a new glory days. Glory days are always determined in the future. When the 850s came out, I didn't know how they'd be so liked today. All cars go through periods of ups and downs and all industries go through consolidation and specialized products.

From a racer stand point, I am just wondering which is better? The 850 or the v70

@PRNTestDrive

Жыл бұрын

Probably the 850, but I'm sure someone has a much more educated answer on this.

I'm curious to know about the guys that started Polestar before Volvo acquired the company. Are they still involved or have they moved onto other projects or what?

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

My understanding is Polestar was started as a racing team that happened to tune street cars on the side. When Volvo bought Polestar they split the company in two so the racing side could continue uninterrupted, and I believe the original guys are part of that still.

@kylerutherford1756

5 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive I'd love to get in touch with them and open up discussion about what could be done on my 91 240. I've recently finished an exterior remodel and am about to move onto the interior. After that I intend on focusing on everything related to performance, but I'd like to avoid the typical LS swap type of thing and keep it in the Volvo family.

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I would definitely speak with your local dealer to see if there's something that can be done. Polestar's tuning sub-site on engineered.polestar.com has a list of vehicles they have ready-made tunes for, I was surprised it went as far back as 2006 for some models, so there might be a chance they can do something with your 91! If you end up having some success please let us know!

@kylerutherford1756

5 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive yeah I checked that out too. If my understanding is curvy they began in 96, so it's kind of surprising if they aren't messing w 91's.

No SIPS?

That red V70R has a non original grille, non original headlights and blinkers, even the markings on the rear hatch are so non original, it makes me think that someone made an R out of a normal one. It's still sick as hell, make no mistake, but something is... at least "iffy" here ;-) .

You completely missed out the P3 V70 T5 and T6

@PRNTestDrive

Жыл бұрын

I didn’t have ones to film.

Okay I know this video is a year old but I’m having issues finding manufacturers numbers for the 2015.5 r-design premium polestar I’m buying. I can’t find a straight answer lol

@xXCastawayaxeXx

3 жыл бұрын

Specifically in the rebel blue color!

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

You could always try to reach out to Volvo directly, I'd imagine they have the production numbers available on their end.

850R wasn't actually Volvo's first high performance Road car. Already in 1984 Volvo 244/245 Turbo had 170hp. At The Time Volvo 244 compete on Touring car series.

No one ever talks about the 2015 xc60 r-design with 325 hp

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

We had hoped to have one of those for this episode, the owner had to pull out at the last minute though.

I may be bias but the US 2015-2016 are the best Polestar models. Last of the straight 6 turbo. The new 4 cylinders just don't sound very Volvo like. Plus the older Polestar models are faster even though they have less HP.

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

We would like to feature some of those at some point!

Did the 850R have THINNER anti roll bars? Sounds quite counter-intuitive.

I have a gold colored 850 sedan! And work at the engine factory, ha!

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Very nice, definitely worth keeping!

You know Volvo fans have to thank Porsche some for the help in developing the iconic 5. Volvo should go for that sound in all future gas engines. The Drive E 4 doesn't have the sound down at all.

@jkbdk6723

3 жыл бұрын

The 1.6 drivE is a diesel made by PSA (Peugeot and Citröen) It's an awful engine 😅

people who put eyebrows on their headlights seriously need to go to jail

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t disagree with you there lol

5cyl

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

I'll always have a soft spot for 5 cylinder engines, the Acura Vigor was a car I spent a lot of time with when I was young.

As a Volvo Purist I have got to say, i was not amused. The 850 R came in 3 different variants the T5-R with 225hk, the T5-R with 240hk and the R with 250hk. You didn’t mention how Volvo dominated BTCC or TWR’s involvement. I you where to make a video about the history of something why would you get a so heavily modified V70I (appearance wise), it had the wrong steering wheel (a steering wheel from a P1 not a P80), wrong side view mirrors (aftermarket), wrong head lights (after market), headlight eyelids (aftermarket), wrong badging, wrong grill with the wrong emblem and wrong wheels (wheels from a Y2 or P3 as some call it). There where only two variants of the P2R head lights “SweDM” and US spec, plus a right hand drive version of the “SweDM”. The only lightning change the accrued in late 2004 was the newer tail lights unlike the none R regular P2s who got a completely new front end. Brake down of the face lifts on the P2 platform (S60/V70n) Quick fact you can tell the S60 and V70n a prat from the front by locking at the fog lights, the S60 has round fog lights and the V70n has more rectangular fog lights with rounded edges (a shape I find some what hard to explain but you probably get it). The R had its own front end/bumper so this does not help you with does. Early 2004* New gauge cluster (with a pointier needle and a thin chrome ring around the gauges) , painted trim, new interior door trim and new slimmer mirrors (which I believe the R hade all along) Late 2004* new bumpers front and back (only back on the R), new head and tail lights (yet again the R only received the face lift in the back with the new tail lights). 2005* the head light wipers where replaced with “high pressure washers”. 2007* newer bigger side mirrors which the side turn signal was moved to (previously mounted on the front fender), New gauge cluster agin and the V70n got the Classic badging as it was the last model year, V70n 2001 to 2007. 2008* the S60 got new badging on the back and hidden head light washers to some what match the disaster that was the early “new” Y2/P3 S80 and V70II.

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I suppose you know a lot more about co-ordinating with volunteers to offer up their cars to use in a video, at no cost benefit to them, than I do. I'm proud of the way this video turned out, if you think you can do better, and get 'better' cars for your own little history video, then film it and send me a link when you upload it so I too can nitpick on a video that cost me nothing to watch.

@klaspeppar5619

4 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive well I didn't....mean... Seems my picky purist points, might have been taken the wrong way. A part from those points it was an great video. But I'm not the type of guy to turn down a challenge so you know what, I will give it a try, however I'm done with my current channel, so I would probably publish it on a nother new channel in that case (if that is fine for you, of course). Utmaning antagen....

one thing Volvos dont get is respect from others at their disbelief at what they are capable of lol

500👍

I had an older 2000 V70R AWD - nicely tuned and modded super fast and stable on the road. I miss it every day. I would get another R - but they are so hard to find and the turning radious of the 2003+ P2 cars is garbage.

@PRNTestDrive

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Excellent buffet of Swedish Meatballs

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

We're very happy with the turnout for this episode, one of the most complicated shoot schedules we've done so far.

The picture used in 2:19 should definitely be censored

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

LOL too much 90s going on with that kid’s wardrobe eh 😂

05 autos were 5spd, 06 and up got 6spd autos

As a Volvo lover i wouldn't touch the latest Volvo. Cause what's the point of a 400bhp when it's limited to only 180Kph?

So nice hearing a North American pronounce 'Jaguar' correctly

@PRNTestDrive

Жыл бұрын

That’s because I’m not an American.

Very informative video. I owned an 850 and an S70 but thought the S70s makeover esp interior was the road to utter blandness that would take hold in the later V70 models. After the 850 I think Volvo's cars just became run of the mill uninteresting outside and inside basically getting in line and following all the other mainstream car manufacturers in the looks department. I wouldnt buy another Volvo again the cars are just not the same and if you where ever lucky enough to own their 240s/740 and 900 series you would know where Im coming from.

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

It's true of a lot of manufacturers these days, the classic cars just feel like they have a soul, whereas the new ones don't.

Remind me why 4door sedans still exist please.

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Why they exist when a station wagon exists also? I'm not quite sure what your angle is on this.

@JohannesGalansson

3 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive Why to buy a useless version of a practical and more aerodynamic car at the same price with the same weight and the same length.

It aint a Real R If the Letters GT is not in front of the R

EASY! The REAL R is and ever will BE 1995-1999 Gen 1 - 850 T5-R - 850R and S/V70R.

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Easily!

@nukedbunny8642

3 жыл бұрын

@@PRNTestDrive E

@markcarrell8053

2 ай бұрын

🎯

Oh my, what have they done to that poor V70R. Should've used an original.

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Hard to argue with what people do to their own cars when they show up and take time out of their weekend to help us film something for free.

My recollection is that Volvos were generally underpowered and slow

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

It definitely seems that way based on the numbers. Nowhere near as fast as an AMG or BMW M car, but still interesting nonetheless!

@derwood7016

4 жыл бұрын

850 Turbos changed that all.

It’s *alcantara* suede 😂... but we know what you meant. 😉

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

Where? The original 850 T-5R didn’t use Alcantara.

@5ivebanger

5 жыл бұрын

PRN_TestDrive Yes, alcantara was used in the inserts on the seats of the 850 T5R models- I’ll bet my Volvo on this fact. This was carried over into the diamond-stitched pattern present on the ‘98-‘00 S and V70R models. You called it “amaretto” or something odd in your video. You meant to say Alcantara.

@PRNTestDrive

5 жыл бұрын

I didn’t mean to say Alcantara, I said exactly what Volvo used which is why I’m confused by your statement. I even say later with the 1997 V70 R that Alcantara was used. The material on the original T-5R is not the brand name Alcantara, but Amareta. It seems to be a very common mistake, just like most people refer to Kleenex (a trademark) or a Band-Aid (a trademark) instead of tissue paper or a bandage.

@5ivebanger

5 жыл бұрын

PRN_TestDrive it’s all synthetic suede, regardless

@STG44VOLVO

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed no alcantara on the T-5R. Glad you bet your car there right.

I’m an 850R owner and love it, but it is a Shame you couldn’t find some standard cars rather than those tastelessly modified examples you have show with incorrect badges etc.

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I'm not Top Gear, I can't reach out to a fanbase of tens of millions to get the exact cars I need, so I take what I can and do the best with it.

That poor v70 @ 4:50 Cheap ass tinted windows with purple tint. And tacky chrome glued on all over the place. Yuck 🤮

@royselles3664

4 жыл бұрын

I agree, they really fucked that one up

@justinburdette5682

3 жыл бұрын

When you say "tacky chrome" glued on all over, do you mean the small strips next to the windshield? Because other than that and the little bit that is in the grill there is very little chrome on that car. As for the window tint, it all turns purple after so many years. That's a damn nice vehicle but you know what they say, A haters gonna hate. Lol

I mean, 2010 new design Volvos (thru 2018) are just the ugliest - ever! Probably because that's when they were sold to China's Geely, idk. The newer models starting in 2019 look real nice... but still made in China. Not sure how I would feel about purchasing one. I think the 2000-2010 S60s are the sexiest cars around (with the right trims)

@PRNTestDrive

3 жыл бұрын

Some of the Volvos like the S60/V60 are made in Sweden or the US depending on the market. So far we've driven a number of Chinese-assembled vehicles from Volvo and Buick and didn't notice any quality control issues.

@jacobski5726

3 жыл бұрын

The design change has nothing to do with china as an owner, it was just time for a change. Many cars today ate quite futuristic and alike each other.

Always Love Volvo of Sweden 🇸🇪 all my life until Volvo bought over by Copycat Geely! Any chance of buying Volvo still Made by Volvo of Sweden?! No point of upgrading a Badly Made then Assembled Volvo by Polestar or Others if the Volvo is Not Made by Volvo of Sweden! 🤔🕯

@PRNTestDrive

4 жыл бұрын

Some of the vehicles, like the V/S 60 are made in Sweden still.