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Power Train and Controls Twin turbocharged (w/inter-cooler), 2.9 litre inline straight 6 cylinder, 4 values per cylinder (24) 268 horsepower, 280 ft.-lb. torque @ 1,800 RPM Original performance: 0-60 in 6.4 seconds, 1/4 mile in 14.6 seconds. 5 speed automatic transmission with 4 speed sequential sport shift (semi-automatic “slapstick”) 17 inch alloy wheels with two sets of high-performance tires: Bridgestone Potenza RE760 (summer), Dunlop Snow Sport 3D (winter) – highest TireRack.com recommendations for the S80. Winter Mode selection (starts in 3rd gear with front axle in a posi-track mode) 4 wheel disc brakes K&N engine air filter Cruise control and audio controls on steering wheel Speed-sensing steering Dynamic chassis Fuel tank capacity: 21.1gal./78.8 litres) Interior Full leather upholstery and leather steering wheel Heated front seats Air conditioning with dual zone climate control Volvo “Premier” Audio System (highest available) with AM/FM, 4 disc CD player w/Dolby and 10 speakers including sub-woofer Computer displaying: average fuel consumption, real-time fuel consumption, distance until empty, average speed, driver alerts. Outside temperature display Variably intermittent wipers Power front seats with memory function Power door mirrors Heated door mirrors Power moon roof Power windows (power down and power up) w/child lock override Tilt and telescoping steering wheel Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Garage door transmitter Front and rear beverage holders Safety Driver and passenger front airbags Driver and passenger side airbags Overhead airbag Volvo patented and exclusive Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) (in addition to airbags) Volvo patented and exclusive front seat Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) Hoizontally opposed engine DTSC (Direction Stability Traction Control) ABS (Anti-Lock System) Brakes Dual headlight wiper/washer Pavement temperature warning light Front fog lights High intensity rear fog light Laminated glass for intrusion prevention Panic alarm
There wre two incidents involving insurance claims – one door ding and the second involved a tree branch that landed on the hood. In both cases it was cosmetic damage. The car has never been in an accident. Two mechanical issues which were solved - one with a slower than usual acceleration (solved at the ECU level) and a clunking in the front end (solved by replacing a suspension arm). All service and repairs (mechanical and body) were performed at the dealership (Carling Motors, Ottawa). The major 100Km. service interval was just performed ($1000) as well as new front brake pads and rotors ($450). The car's ECU (Electronic Control Unit) has been flashed with the latest version. Current State: The car has three door dings and 4 smallish scrapes on the bumper and rims and a few nicks in the interior. Everything electrical and mechanical is functioning perfectly. The acceleration is as strong as it was 10 years ago (therein lies the difference between Volvo and the Germans). The paint and interior are exceptionally clean. The highlights of this car are; low mileage; predicted dependability; comfort (the seats are best in the business); performance; safety; space; a very good audio system. Durability: Volvo tries to build all their cars with longevity in mind. When they succeed the results are extraordinary and I believe this S80 is one such example. Below I have listed a number of web sites below that post professional and owner's reviews on this car. As you read through the reviews keep this in mind - “Generally, if you take care of a car, it will last.” After owning 3 Volvos over 20 years I know this to be true. (Please note some of the reviews are related to the normally aspirated 2.8 litre and to earlier model years). There are the usual amount of haters. http://www.cars.com/volvo/s80/2004/expert-reviews http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/2004-Volvo-S80-Reviews-c5987 http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/volvo/s80/2004/ Idiosyncrasies: Typical of this generation of S80's is an intermittent clunking noises from the undercarriage. The noise usually appears after a slow impact bump, such as a unusually high speed bump. It may hang around for a few hours and then quiets down. These noises are a result of a misaligned cover at the top of the front struts. It is not a structural nor safety issue. Repalcing the covers is not worth the money. BTW - I haven't heard anything for almost two months now. There is a K&N air filter installed as a performance enhancement. While it does improve performance the in-city gas mileage is reduced by 22-25%. Funny though, the highway mileage stays the same. The installation of the standard Volvo air filter would bring the mileage back to normal. Price: $7900 The Canadian Black Book lists the Trade-in value (what the dealer will give you) between $5141 and $7991. The same site suggests the average asking price is $8943. http://www.canadianblackbook.com/black-book-values/index/display/neworused/used/year/2004/make/Volvo/postalcode/K1S0B6/model/S80/mode/marketanalysis/trim/T6/style/4D%20Sedan/ VMR Canada (associated with Edmonds) lists the S80 as wholesale $7900 and retail $10,075. http://www.vmrcanada.com/value_menus/canprices/04vv80es.html The current national average (Auto Trader, Kijiji, eBay) is $8060 for cars with 50-100% more mileage. Given all of the above I think the asking price is reasonable (and relaistic). Accessories Included: Volvo Roof Racks Winter and summer mats, front and back Trunk liner Compact spare tire and tire jack Volvo tool kit Terms of Sale: This is for local pick up only. Location is central Ottawa, Ontario. The buyer must agree to the terms of sale as described in the sales contract. An example of that contract is available, prior to the sale, upon request. As per the Ontario Ministry of Transport an eTest and safety check will be performed prior to sale. Potetenial buyers may view the MoT Sellers Information Kit beforehand. Acceptable payments include a bank certified check or bank transfer. Canadian dollars only. Payment must be made within 24 hours of acceptance (signing of sales contract). Every effort has been made to accurately and fairly describe this vehicle to you. If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending. Buyer is responsible for any inspection charges and fees. This vehicle is being sold "as is" (following the tests described above). No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by buyers. |
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Thu, Apr 29 2021LONDON — Daimler's truck unit and Volvo said on Thursday they would start making hydrogen fuel cells in Europe in 2025 via a joint venture, and called for EU policies to help make the zero-emission technology commercially viable. The rival German and Swedish makers of large freight-hauling trucks formed their venture, Cellcentric, in March. They said they would provide more details on large-scale fuel production in 2022, but said Cellcentric was already scaling up prototype output. "Partnerships like Cellcentric are vital to our commitment to decarbonizing road transport," Volvo Chief Executive Martin Lundstedt said in a statement. Aside from the fuel-cell joint venture, the two companies remain competitors. Both hope to test fuel-cell trucks in about three years and start mass producing trucks in the second half of this decade. The European Union has been pushing tighter emission standards, fueling a boom in zero-emission electric cars. But batteries in electric vehicles are very heavy, and hydrogen fuel cells are seen as a potentially more viable zero-emission power systems for long-haul freight in the future. Fuel cells produce electricity from hydrogen, emitting only water. The two truck makers called for the construction of around 300 hydrogen refueling stations suitable for heavy-duty vehicles in Europe by 2025 and about 1,000 stations by 2030. During a video conference with the two firms, European Commissioner for Transport Adina Valean said the commission would this summer propose a revised alternative fuels directive. She said this "will include binding requirements for rolling out hydrogen fueling infrastructure ... and financial support will be available where needed." Automaker Stellantis said this year it would begin deliveries in Europe of its first medium-sized vans powered by hydrogen fuel cells by the end of 2021. Stellantis said at the time that Germany had 90 hydrogen stations and France had 25 — a tiny fraction of the thousands of petrol stations available for fossil-fuel vehicles today. As zero-emission trucks are significantly more expensive than fossil-fuel models, Daimler and Volvo said a "policy framework is needed to ensure demand and affordability." The two companies said policies should include subsidies for "CO2-neutral technologies and a taxation system based on carbon and energy content." Related video: This content is hosted by a third party. To view it, please update your privacy preferences. Manage Settings.
Volvo teases mysterious new small crossover
Thu, 16 May 2013The image you see above is just about all we know of the new Volvo crossover that will be revealed at 8:30 pm Central European Time on May 17 (2:30 pm Eastern Standard Time). Volvo released three very short video teasers, all with the tagline "Leave The World Behind," all of which feature a member of the now-defunct band Swedish House Mafia - Axwell sits in a boat in the first, Sebastian Ingrosso walks toward cabin in the second and Steve Angello stares at the sea in a third.
A microsite, www.leavetheworldbehind.com, accompanies the teasers and it's been said that a short film by Lune will feature the band - Swedish Mafia had a hit in 2009 with the song Leave the World Behind. As for the vehicle, theories are that it could be something between the V40 Cross Country and XC60, the new XC90 or something else entirely. We don't have long to wait, and you can watch both teasers below.
Junkyard Gem: 1997 Volvo V90
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