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Somebody post Feb 21 2012, 10:50 AM  
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i'm thinking of buying a 06 or 07 c70.

any advice on its reliability and maintenance?
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Detach8
Detach8 post Feb 21 2012, 11:21 AM  
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My friend drives a C70 T5. I also drive a V50 2.4i. Both are 5 potters. I think it's generally easy to maintain. At least so far nothing major happened. Actually he's considering selling his ride, you interested? I can hook the both of you up.

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Powder post Feb 21 2012, 11:32 AM  
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i drive a xc60.
Fuel consumption is terrible.
7.5 to 8km/l
i think all volvos FC are bad

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Nitezz
Nitezz post May 20 2012, 11:19 AM   |  In Reply To Somebody
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Maybe it's a little late for this response.
Nevertheless, here's my feedback on my C70.

Age: just cross 3 yrs
Petrol consumption: 10.6l/100km (9.4km/lit)
Reliability: drive and build like a tank
Maintenance cost: servicing cost is about $400 @ SM Motor. Guess that's quite typical for conti cars.
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Mcf777 post May 21 2012, 10:35 AM   |  In Reply To Nitezz
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QUOTE (Nitezz @ May 20 2012, 11:19 AM) *
Maybe it's a little late for this response.
Nevertheless, here's my feedback on my C70.

Age: just cross 3 yrs
Petrol consumption: 10.6l/100km (9.4km/lit)
Reliability: drive and build like a tank
Maintenance cost: servicing cost is about $400 @ SM Motor. Guess that's quite typical for conti cars.


isn't 10.6L/100km is from the manual.
You sure can get the same fc?
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Nitezz
Nitezz post Jul 6 2012, 04:57 PM   |  In Reply To Mcf777
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Anyway, my driving pattern differs quite a bit from my wifey. She is the one that brings the reading down :)

Average these days is 10.9lit/100km to 11lit/100km. Since I drive it more.

Guess a lot of time these readings also depends on the traffic condition that you are driving in.

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Tzc post Jul 6 2012, 05:15 PM   |  In Reply To Nitezz
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QUOTE (Nitezz @ Jul 6 2012, 04:57 PM) *
Anyway, my driving pattern differs quite a bit from my wifey. She is the one that brings the reading down :)

Average these days is 10.9lit/100km to 11lit/100km. Since I drive it more.

Guess a lot of time these readings also depends on the traffic condition that you are driving in.




how's the insurance for your car ? say with 50% NCD
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Nitezz
Nitezz post Jul 6 2012, 05:24 PM   |  In Reply To Tzc
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I am using DirectAsia for my insurance.
You should be able to get the rates online.
I'm paying slightly less than 2k for 40% ncd
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Tzc
Tzc post Jul 6 2012, 05:28 PM   |  In Reply To Nitezz
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ok thanks for the input smile.gif
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ENVYMYSHAN post Dec 26 2012, 06:28 PM  
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any one bought a volvo C70 T5 ? i have a used one with me now, need add some mods to improve handling, any one else tried mods ?
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Evcjerry
Evcjerry post Jan 2 2013, 07:45 PM   |  In Reply To Powder
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QUOTE (Powder @ Feb 21 2012, 11:32 AM) *
i drive a xc60.
Fuel consumption is terrible.
7.5 to 8km/l
i think all volvos FC are bad


Hi Powder,

me also driving an XC60 2.0, my FC have been about 10km/ltr. Am trying to target 11km/ltr.
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High_octane
High_octane post Jan 2 2013, 08:13 PM   |  In Reply To ENVYMYSHAN
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QUOTE (ENVYMYSHAN @ Dec 26 2012, 06:28 PM) *
any one bought a volvo C70 T5 ? i have a used one with me now, need add some mods to improve handling, any one else tried mods ?


Used to drive a C70.
Had a K&N Typhoon kit, item code 69-9000TS.
I ordered it from IPD USA which, including shipping, was cheaper than ordering locally.
Also had 6 pot front brakes along with all round steel braided hose.

I almost purchase the IPD Sway Bar Upgrade Kit after reading the reviews, but sold the car before that could happen.

Basically the engine is the same as the one found in the last generation Ford Focus ST.

If you have spare cash, you could opt for the Heico stuff which Autovox carries.
The exhaust + diffuser kit is a beauty and it is legal.

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Slackingbird post Jan 19 2013, 12:48 AM  
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Hi bros & sis! I have various Volvos available at my showroom! High trade-in available for your current ride if ya plan to upgrade :) Do ring me up @ 9715 0243 biggrin.gif See ya!

Nick

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Mach23
Mach23 post Jan 19 2013, 01:43 PM   |  In Reply To ENVYMYSHAN
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A change to a thicker rear anti roll bar is always worth it. I did my S60 (prev gen) upgrade at then SM less than $400 with 1 yr warranty. Handling is sweet thereafter.
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Nitezz
Nitezz post Feb 18 2013, 09:16 PM   |  In Reply To ENVYMYSHAN
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Which part of the handling is bad for you?

My issue with the car is mainly the big turning radius required for U-turns.

Thinking of going for a stage 1 tuning since the warranty ended rolleyes.gif

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Coupe07
Coupe07 post Feb 18 2013, 10:14 PM   |  In Reply To Somebody
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QUOTE (Somebody @ Feb 21 2012, 10:50 AM) *
i'm thinking of buying a 06 or 07 c70.

any advice on its reliability and maintenance?

Just realised this thread is almost one yr ago..... Post edited

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