Volvo C70 Forum

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Hey everyone,

The reason I did not post on the newbie forum is I am not sure if my posts would be seen by other than car newbies. I know my cars, but am a Volvo newbie. Two moths ago, an SUV ran me off the road and fleed. I had a modified 1997 Lexus ES300- totalled now. if you care to see. My baby. I swore to only buy Lexus's until I die, but I found a used C70 4 speed auto for a...

Good morning from the UK

I'm thinking of buying a C70 2.4T GT - Convertible

Can you please tell me the pros and cons of owning a Volvo.

Also I have never driven an Automatic before - I've always had a manual/stick shift, I'm just a bit worried about the change.

Thanks in advance

Sarah ...

has anybody got any tips on the best way or the best cleaning products for a c70 soft top.this is the first one i have had?????????? im new to this computer type chat so hopefully i will get better as time goes by. cheers.......

Hello,

I have just purchased a C70 2.4 GT Low presure turbo. Can any one tell me whether this type of turbo system can have the boost presure increased like a conventional turbo car by putting a bleed valve on the actuator pipe?

Thanks

default/unsure.gif' 'unsure.gif' /> when driving over a bump, noise comes from dashboard. sounds like a loud clap. sounds like bolt is breaking loose and kicking around the engine. dealer says the dashboard clips broke, which are part of dashboard and will not cover under extended warranty....

It seems the drivers side window SW has decided to pack it in, was just wondering if I have to take the door panel off to get at the SW or is it removable on its own, I have a feeling the SW unit is compatible w/ other models so it will be easier to find a spare/replacement. Any advice woudl be great!

Cheers

Oz

Hi

Has anyone had their heater core replaced by a dealer and if so what is the ball park figure in the UK?



THANKS

Hello Volvo Nation,
I bought a '99 C70 a week ago. I like the car for the most part, but have a few questions if there are any experienced C70 owners on line. How can you tell which engine you have(the gy at the auction didn't know)? Is it normal to be kind of noisey when driving on rough roads- ie: suspension. Is there any way to by pass the radio code? A volvo dealer gave me...

Complete Engine and Transmission with turbo from 1999 C70 Coupe
Tested and working, 45K miles, Car had rear right side quarter panel damage but start and ran. I needed the front clip to fix a 2002. So I have all this left over.

Contact info:
sales@tennesseeautosales.com

Thanks
Scott

Hello,

I am new to this forum as well to this car. First, I love it! Now for the problems:

1: Driver side seat will not release to let the seat move forward (rear passenger) I can hear the electronics clicking but will now not release (just stopped one day). 2 part,,,, 1:when I switch the release handles both back and front,,,, nothing. 2: When I move the little...

Hi all, i have a 1999 C70 T5. black with 18" rims. I recently installed powerchip and must say that what value for money.

increases are 176kw to 210kw and 330nm to 400nm of torque all for AUD$1000.

also upgraded the exhaulst with a resonator. The stock C70 muffler is really designed to keep the noise level down. i'm not very mechanical but when i saw the size...

Hi all, everyone calls me the OzSamurai or Oz for short,

Although not a newbie to Volvo's I am a new C70 owner, looking forward to chewing over the issues with you all as they crop up.

A little history: As a child I was breast fed on a 244 DL, went through teathing with a 740 GLE, graduated to a 850 GLE Wagon, and bought an 850 GLT Sedan for the missus, now of course,...

Looking today at a new C70 convertible. Just found out that all models are 2004 because they are discontinuing and planning to introduce the retractable hardtop model. What does everyone think about this - will the soft tops be orphans with regard to resale value and parts availability for the top? Seems like Volvo is hoping to compete with Lexus and Mercedes with a gimmick. Look forward to...

I have a 1998 T5 GT with 100K miles.

The car is general very good in all areas although I am experiencing heavy steering when approaching full lock in either direction.

I had made visit to my local Volvo main dealer who applied grease to the poli-steering bushes slightly easing the problem. The dealer explained this is a “design issue” on this model. Any comments or...

Hi All

Does Anyone know how to remove the manual gear knob on my volvo c70. I have managed to turn it anti clockwise as if to unscrew it but am at a dead end, and cannot get the thing off any further. Is there a locking mechanism of some kind holding it in place??

Hope you can help

I have a C70 T5 Auto,
Does anyone know what the fuel consumption shoud be in town

My fan blows out a gassy toxic steam when I switch the fan on. I can't warm the car or clear the screen. If I turn the temperature dial, the steam comes out so I have to have it switched to cold! The passenger side carpet get wet so I guess there might be a leak thats linked to the fan?

please help.

thanks to Tech for the previous advice

Does anyone know where to get a replacement C70 Coupe Windshield, it seems that the dealer wants to charge around $750 for one.

Just a quick hello to all.

I live in the UK in Cheshire a small village called Great sutton some 12 miles from Chester, 20 miles from Liverpool.
At present I drive a 2 seater sports car.

I feel a bit of a fraudster, at present I don't own a Volvo but am looking to buy a C70 (convertible).
Can anyone point me in the right direction as to any faults I should be...

hello, this is first time, i have owned my c70 t5 now for 4 years and i just had the airconditioner fan replaced today, it costed me nearly US$700. this prompt me to go to this forum and ask if this is normally what it cost for this part as i'm hurting.

francis

hello all i own c70 t5 and im just having a little trouble with performance and would like any information on the electronic throtle system and wondered if anyone had a simlar problem , any advice would benifit in my situation because i have been informed that you can have it cleaned or if broken the cost would cost around £500.00 to fix at a main dealer

Just had V70 do a complete diagnostics and they say there's no faults, but I know the engine doesn't work fine. What should I do? Accept their word or insist on further checks?

Help .... warning light on , code p1171 logged. fuel and air metering ???? car seems to run ok .erase fault and test drive and fault comes back...

Hi everyone,
I am the proud owner of a C70 - in the garage on Xmas day last year (better than the Lexus!). Anyway I was in an accident a few days ago - I was going about 5 mi, car hit me at 55mph in front of passenger front tire. The body is missing from the front of the car - they were all ripped off from the impact! The top big steel piece on the passenger side is in the engine...

Any suggestions for C70 my window regulator keeps going out, light bulbs needs to be change constantly and Window Noise.

Seats are starting to wear after 50k,

Any suggestions would be helpful. Radiator changed after 49K,

Thanks

Hello,

I love everything about the C70 except one thing. It has a recurring, intermittent problem with the convertible top warning system. About 25-33% of the time after starting the engine, the convertible top warning light goes on. When you start driving, it "dings" incessantly. The only way to stop the ding warning is to stop the car, engage the parking brake, and press the...

I am looking for used parts for my 1998 C70,
I require a window regulator for the Driver side window

I have a 99 C70. I lost remote for its keyless controle and recenlty purchased a new remote. Now i want to programe the new remorte how can i do it, Please comon with ur suggestion.

Hi
I am searching for Polished steel alloy rim 17"/18"/19' used in good condition or new at damn good price. i am also looking to add some ground effects to my V70. Looking forward to hear from all of u.

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It was raining yesterday very heavily while I was driving my 98C70. It had never happened with my car, but when I got back home she was not starting properly. Its engine rattles like a snake tail. What I need to do now.

Volvo C70 cab is a stylish but its not dat much comfortable. i think i cant go on this car for a long tym. i m thinking to resale it .. wht about it?

i am looking for some good quality break pads for my C70........... dont need to b changed after every six month. and shud have extra performance.

looking for your opinion for my 98C70 I am intersted to add some mods on its rear side. as u know while u drive.........people can only looks at the back of your car for long time. Front glimpse is for very short time. will come back to collect ur opinions and suggestions default/wink.gif' 'wink.gif'...

Hi i got a 96 V70 and the problem is this it got ordinary glass front head lights i want to change them with clear glass(crystal head lights) is there any possibility default/unsure.gif' 'unsure.gif' /> i can find the clear glass lights for my car.

Hi
I am tired of the front look of my 98 C70 and want to change its grill but with more modern look, any suggestion. please let me know.

It seems that headlights of my C70 are getting dim, what is the solution to this problem. if i need to swap the inside bulbs. default/unsure.gif' 'unsure.gif' />

I m looking for some kits and parts that can lower my C70 it is 1998modle with 46 k miles on it. I am looking for an expert opinion what parts i will be needing to lower it and what precautions i should adopt for this modification.
Looking to hear from u soon.

last year bought a brand new C70, bvu the car has went to the workshop atleast a 15 times and the major issues was that its engine dont stop rattling at low RPM. I dont know what is disturbing it. I think the mechanic at the dealers's workshop is not skillfull and cant tuneup the engine ECU. guys need ur help.

Volvo C70 is mind blowing, it gives such a hot look especially whn i go with my hubby in this car. n i think this is the best sporty car.. check out its exteriorz.. isnt it amazin.

I wanted to buy volvo C70 but itt costs $39,880 isnt tht too expensive? wht do u guyz think and if anyone wantz to sale his C70 den plz let me know.

I am looking for some quality subs and amp for my 99C70. Your opinion what about the sony's subs. please give me ur opinion for any other subs or send me any link for this type of stuff.

I am new to stick driving..... u know manual tranny. i was obssessed of this sporty baby. but now i am feeling little handicap with it. while gearing down from 3rd to 2nd i found strange type of cracking sound comming from the interior of the engine or transmission system.My C70 is 98model i purchase this used car recently. guys do u think that i need to improve my driving style.
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On my Volvo C70 i got cracking noise when i left it little open it is strange that i dotn get any noise from the right window. What is there.

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I have got a new Volvo C70 but the problem rises with the water bottle. The water deosnt come out to wipe ma screen btu when i checked the bottle it was all full . whts dis problem?

hElpppp HEllPPp heLLppPPp….!!! Guys m having a C70 n *phhooooooooshhhhh* the enGine hotzZz uP!! Got onLy 700 miles n c wot is it doing to me..??? default/sad.gif' 'sad.gif' /> what should I do…???? Do I need synthetic oil?? ...

As my side view mirrors of my 96VolvoC70 are not there so I am facing serious problems in reversing my car. Yesterday I saved myself from a very dangerous accident. Today morning also I was about to hit my neighbors car. where to get these side mirrors

My son studies in NewYork and we live in Chicago. His summer vacations were starting and on his last day at school we went to pick him up from the hostel on an a new VolvoC70. I was shocked he was more excited to see the car than his parents default/biggrin.gif' 'biggrin.gif' /> . What a world...

There’s so much to dis car it’s hard to decide which feature’s my hot favorite one?????? Volvo has brought about new changes and C70 doesn’t look like any 16th century BC’s antique piece. It’s ready to compete in the market with the best car manufacturersss .. *ssssiiiiiiiGggGghhhh* and the sound system just takes my breath away…. Has got all the head banging foot tapping stuff

I am really impressed by the look and feel of the car, but i want to get you people opinion on its maintenance and how expensive its dealer service is?