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C $7,900.00
Year:2004 Mileage:105000
Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Specifications

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


Car History and Care:
The car has been babied by a (border-line, obsessive) Volvo enthusiast. I have been the only owner and my wife has been the only other driver. It has never been smoked in and has only carried adult passengers. Every scheduled service interval and recall has been performed within the recommended time frame. Synthetic oil was introduced at the start and there have been two oil changes per year regardless of mileage. Twice a year I have applied the Mothers 4 stage wash/wax process to the paint. The leather is cleaned and conditioned twice a year. The engine has been warmed up every time and cooled down if I've been out on a highway.

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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