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Volvo is following a trend by European automakers to bring their products further down market, with plans to introduce a new compact crossover based on the C30 hatchback. Likely to be called the XC30, this would be the fourth SUV/Crossover in the company's lineup and slot in underneath the new XC60 model.

According to a report by CarsGuide, Volvo's man in charge of corporate strategy, Lex Kerssemakers, commented that an expansion of the XC line was in order considering the core of Volvo's business lies in the V and XC models. Kerssemakers then went on to say that with the proliferation of larger crossovers within the brand, the logical step would be to look down-market. Downsizing for Volvo is likely to stop there, however, says Kerssemakers, with no plans to take on the city car market with a competitor to Audi's new A1.

The new XC30 model would compete with BMW's upcoming X1 model and the rumored Audi Q3. It's also likely that when the next generation of C30 models debuts, Volvo will offer a five-door version as well as the current 3-door. Volvo chose to go with a three-door because of the style, but now admits that with the five-door portion of the hatchback marketing being the largest area, the Swedish automaker will look to compete more readily by expanding its C30 product offerings.

More: Volvo XC30 Compact Crossover Planned for 2012 on AutoGuide.com

I have a 1982 GLT volvo. The Hot/Cold gage rises very quickly to Hot a short time after the car has started, mostly in summer. The only way that I can get the gage to lower to Cold is to turn the heat on full blast inside the car then it slowly lowers to Cold again. The problem is that I roast inside the car . Does anyone know what could be the problem and solution and why if I turn the heat on inside the car the car cools?

Hello. I am in Southern California and am selling a 1990 Volvo 790 turbo. The interior and exterior are in fabulous shape since the car has not been driven and has been in the garage. The engine needs to be replaced. I believe the car still works but my mother said that my dad blew up the engine so I am not certain.

Any advise on how much I should charge for this would be greatly appreciated!!

Many thanks in advance!!

My master brake cilinder needs gaskets replacing.
Unfortunately i dont know from what type of volvo it is.
Please help me identifing the model.

I think I know the answer to this but I will ask anyway...I have owned a 1967 122 sedan for 23 years of which the car has been in storage for 18. It is in excellent condition and has only 107,000 miles and was purchased from the original owner. The vehicle is in Oregon but I live in Alaska. I am finally at a point to bring it to Alaska. It will need some work to make the trip but I don't anticipate anything major. I am pondering the purchase of a small trailer to pull behind the car. At this time it does not have a trailer hitch. The trailer I intend to pull will weigh approximately #1500. Am I crazy to attempt this? Does anybody know the tow rating capacity of the 122? I imagine a hitch will have to be custom but I am not even sure where it would mount? I realize it could be a real desecration to the car. Am I crazy? Thanks in advance for your objective advice, Iguana

On my moms 88 780 Bertone 6cyl, When u first turn the car on and drive.. at any speed, if u press the brake pedal the abs pump kicks back constantly. However, once u go over 20mph the abs light comes on, and the brakes work fine ( guessing it's disabling the abs system) any input?

Just curious if anyone here in the US happens to have or know of anyone looking to sell an older Volvo C303 or C304?

Since they almost all apparently had to be brought over here one by one (I dont think they were ever sold here when they were new), I have had a hard time locating any, much less finding out what they go for here.

As of right now, I am mainly just doing some looking, not really up to buying one right now, but I am looking to see if any are around for sale (condition not really important). I am interested in basically any version of these models, although I am not looking to find one for sale that would have to be shipped to the US, I;m simply looking for one already here and to see what one would expect to have to pay for one here.

Thanks

I live on Long Island, New York and I have recently come across a VERY CLEAN 1972 P1800 ES (wagon). It hasn't been registered in 7 years (8 years since inspection) and has 38k on the odometer. The undercarriage/floorpan is in GREAT condition. Only one small section of rust (I paid a local shop to put it on the lift for me).

Honestly, it has been about 16-20 years since I had my last P1800s and I have no idea what they sell for nowdays. This car has some IPD parts (header/exhaust, fuel mixture adjustment, Aluminun Valve cover, sway bars, etc...) so it isn't exactly original, but it is complete. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Ken

hi Guys, I recently purchased a 04 xc90 t6 with the overhead dealer installed dvd player ..i love the car however...the player rattles when you hit bumps in the road,(very annoying from a otherwise solid suv)have taken to dealership 3 times and it has been replaced however within a couple days it rattles again..anyone else have this problem? Thanks!

Hi,

Theres no section on here for the 300 series cars!

Were they ever sold in America or just Europe?

anyway i fancy putting a 16v turbo motor in one. looks an easy mod and the car would go well with all that power. a real stealth machine!

gearbox is in the back of these cars so im wondering where i could go in terms of gearbox mods for reliability.

Anyone care to share there views? has anyone got a modified 300 series cosworth asskicker already?

Volvo Car Corporation previews prototype Multi-Fuel vehicle and new generation Collision Warning system at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2006, which takes place in Paris, June 8-12. These two groundbreaking works in progress reflect the company’s preventive development, supplemented by its cleaner diesel engines as well as engines for renewable fuels.

Volvo Car Corporation focuses on developing preventive safety systems to help the driver predict critical traffic situations. The first generation Collision Warning with Brake Support was recently launched in the new Volvo S80. Volvo Car Corporation is now working on a whole new generation of the system, which is designed to be activated at a very early stage.

If the driver does not hit the brakes in time, the system brakes automatically to slow the vehicle down, says Ingrid Skogsmo, Safety Director at Volvo Car Corporation. This helps prevent collisions from happening or reduces their effects.

Volvo Car Corporation has chosen to preview the new generation Collision Warning at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2006 in Paris, as a sample of the company’s advanced system development.

In Charleston, SC, Volvo of Charleston offers a convenient Internet Buying Process with easy, anytime access to the entire Volvo Line-up. Buyers can log on to http://www.volvoofcharleston.com/en_US/ and research Volvo Vehicles, access virtual test-drives and request an instant Internet quote or free test-drives. An online vehicle appraisal process is available for those who plan to trade in their existing vehicle.

Hello - could anybody help me by telling me the details on my 1991 340DL Volvo 1.4 Renault engine. I tried to get a timing tensioner from a Renault main dealer but they need to know what model type etc, since they are computerised and only can sourse this way. PS volvo's part number is 3104452 @ £34, way over the top i think

i have a 1988 volvo 780, about two weeks ago i had to replace some relays, and now i am having starting problem with fuel not reaching, checked fuel pump and it works, also fuel regulator works

please help
new member
bobby strozier

Greetings again,
My little 122 had generator and voltage regulator replaced in January '05 (before I bought it), and since I have had it, has had battery discharging, and not re-charging. On the 18th, we jumped and had mechanic test-- battery good, but problems with the charging system. He checked connections, found some corrosion, cleaned, and we seemed to be good. Car sat for a week-- fired right up tonight--and then, as we drove it, the lights got dimmer, and it appeared charge was diminishing, and it would start imtermitently. Can it be faulty parts-- or connections..or what do you think?

I will take it back down on Monday...but would like to be armed with some knowledge..
Melinda

Hello from the connman. I am thinking of purchasing a C60 AWD, trading in our Jeep Liberty. I am really let down by our Jeep, having Jeeps for 20+ years. My big question is how is this C60 in foot deep snow? In Wisconsin we get some good snow storms and wondering how they go thru such snowfalls. Looking forward to joining such an elite group. Other cars in my garage are a 2005 VW Golf TDI and a 2001 BMW X5 3.0.

Hello-out there. I´m a new member interested in the classical Puppy (Laplander, Valpen) L3314-series (903B) I haw a pickup-model from 1966:the milage is only 36.000 km.I keep it in my summerhouse in Finland and use it as a motorized wheel-barrow and try to keep it in good original shape. I have lots of users manuals and a very useful spareparts catalogue, so if you have questions or want to discuss this lovely car with me I´ll be happy.
My english and finnish are poor but I try my best. Swedish is my best language.
Regards
egil

I need this part for my '81 DL. First of all...most of the places I call don't know what this part is and they ask for a part number (I don't know what that is or where to find it). The one place that found it quoted it as $800.00, which other people have told me is ridiculous. So any ideas?

Hi
I recently bought a S80 2000 model lovely car, has been going well, I was interested to know if anyone could give me a detailed expalnation of how to remove the headlights for cleaning the insides, I plan to do it myself , the local volvo mechanic said the front bumber of the car needs to be taken off, how difficult is this ? where is it held on?
I recently did the same thing on my BMW 320 but that was quite simple,they now look like new again
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks
Mike

I imagine I need to replace the rear struts but my question is this - has anyone had luck with aftermarket parts or do you stick with OEM stuff?

Hello,

I have a 340 and want a 360 for spare parts.
please contact me on email.

Im currently looking for a 5 speed gearbox. Can anyone reccomend someone i can talk to about getting/importing 1??? Im located in Australia. Any help would be greatly appreciated

Cheers Eddie

Hi
I have a 340DL and it is working good but i am not using it as my first car. I drove it occasionally. From a couple of days it handbreak light is giving me the problem some time it gets on and some time it is not. where should i searchout the problme with hand break stick or in the dash board?

Hi
I want to replace the break pads in Volvo 340 as it seems that breaks are not working fine it. I wana open the drum to replace the kit. what precaution i shoul take?
I have tried to open the drum but last year it came out very easily but not this time what could b the reason.