Looking for a C70 right now!!

[The Saint]

Hi all,

I am currently in the process of selling my Impreza (RB5) and looking for a C70 T5 coupe. My first hurdle is finding a manual one (as 90% seem to be automatics!) and one that hasn't had any accident damage.

One thing I need to consider is I have an 18mth old son and whilst he only tends to come in the car at weekends (as my wife does the nursery runs during the week!) I need something with a boot size reasonable enough to take his buggy. Has anyone by any chance got a photo of their C70 boot they could post, or indeed is anyone in my position and can vouch for buggies going in easily. Any comments would be really appreciated.

I'll be looking to chip it and improve handling and brakes, but that will be it. I've spent too much money on my RB5 to want to go through all that again!!

[After_Shock]

How much you looking to spend upto?

[The Saint]

Up to about £8K I guess.

[After_Shock]

PM sent

[The Saint]

PM sent back.

[the_boy]

The boot can be a pain in the arse as it's got that lip on the top. Shouldn't have too much problem with a buggy though.

The GT option "can" come with the electric seats. Not sure if it's the same on the manual ones but even when it's pushed right forward it's difficult to get anything bulky into the back past the door and the frame.

You may want to take a bulky child seat long with you on a test drive :D
Unless the child will always be in the front.

Booster seats aren't a problem though.

Cars are built like bricks so no worries on the health and saftey front.

[SaffronC70]

Hi mate, saw an RB5 today, lol around Heathrow.

Where abouts in Surrey are you ? You are welcome to probe mine.

Chris

[Murphy]

Please ensure you know the new law about child seats [as of March 2006 i think]. No children under 11 can go in the front of a car i think, and have to be in a safety seat. Do check for sure though........

[The Saint]

My little man will always be in the back in his 9mth - 4yrs car seat - your comments (the_boy) are noted though and I will try his car seat when I go for a test drive in one.

Saffron C70 - not many RB5's about (444 made, of which about 400 left) and I know a few guys from the surrey area with them - I'm down in Reigate. I know of one guy near the Heathrow area, so it might have been him.

[SaffronC70]

cool, I have a colleague who may be interesting in an RB5 ! PM me some details !

Chris

[Wobbly Dave]

C7- will be more than capable of carrying a buggy. I know this coz I owned one (until I planted it in a field)

[The Saint]

Thanks for the comments re buggy - I've now seen inside a C70 boot and certainly his will go in there okay.

Not much room for the 'dump trips' at the weekend - will have to take the wife's car!!

[GATHY]

Thanks for the comments re buggy - I've now seen inside a C70 boot and certainly his will go in there okay.

Not much room for the 'dump trips' at the weekend - will have to take the wife's car!!


go to the dump in your car "how dare you"

i take hers its cheaper and i dont care about leaving her car full off twigs and rubbish because shes a car abuser and doesnt even check oil.tyres .etc she just gets in a turns the key

[Ian C70T5]

I've got 2 kids, 4 year old and 3 year old. I've had the car for 2 years and its fine. The seats are electric and are a pain, however your technique is soon adapted to suit.

No problems with buggy's. car seats sit snug in back and the kids look VERY well protected in regards to height of body against the windows and the general "car" amount around them

[The Saint]

I'm off to Bath on sunday (I'm from Surrey) to look at one at a very reasonable price and mileage, so I'll report back next week.

[After_Shock]

What mileage and colour have you found?

Sold the subaru yet?

[mostin58]

found this, v niiiiiice, just a shame its in spain :slap:

[After_Shock]

Its also been up for sale on every E-bay site in the world pretty much aswell.

[The Saint]

What mileage and colour have you found?

Sold the subaru yet?

Found a '99 Garnet Red one (the colour I am after) with 66K miles on the clock. Drove 100 miles to see it and it was a pile of poo. Drivers seat looked like it had done 250K miles and had a big crease down the off-side rear wing. Engine was great, but really shabby interior. The creae down the wing put me off - I can't help thinking it's a difficult colour to match!

Haven't put the scoob up for sale yet - I'm waiting for the transfer pack from the DVLA to remove my private plate. Should be going up in the coming weeks I guess.

[The Saint]

Its also been up for sale on every E-bay site in the world pretty much aswell.
Looks good though doesn't it :B_steerin

[Wobbly Dave]

If it makes you feel any better I drove up to view an S reg "GT" spec - (which wasnt) in Yorkshire on Friday. ETS fault and other bits and so I walked away.

[The Saint]

Sorry to hear that mate :( guess we're both still looking!

[Liddo]

Nice car on colour on theebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1999-VOLVO-C70-GT-MAUVE-PURPLE_W0QQitemZ4623422426QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem

or a nice grey one!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1998-VOLVO-C70-T5-GT-METTALIC-GREY_W0QQitemZ4623535088QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmd ZViewItem


Coral Red's the way to go though ;)

[Wobbly Dave]

Nice car on colour on theebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1999-VOLVO-C70-GT-MAUVE-PURPLE_W0QQitemZ4623422426QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem

or a nice grey one!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1998-VOLVO-C70-T5-GT-METTALIC-GREY_W0QQitemZ4623535088QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmd ZViewItem


Coral Red's the way to go though ;)
Top one is not a T5 - it's a 2.4 NASP.

Second one is asking top dollar for 130K 8 year old car. Plus that is the blackest grey I ever saw (namely it is black) - non ME7 with all the toys (some not working). £3500 tops.

Not keen on either - mostly coz I want ME7.

[Liddo]

Top one is not a T5 - it's a 2.4 NASP.




:slap: Didnt see that!!! Derrrrrrrrrrrrr

[The Saint]

I saw the black one (it does look grey in the 2nd photo) on eBay but miles a way too high.

[The Saint]

Just been given details of a blue one (V plate) manual with 79K on the clock, which is fine.
It doen't have the speaker in the centre of the dashboard, so is this the standard set-up without the amp? Was it 10 speakers as standard?

Thanks.

[Liddo]

Just been given details of a blue one (V plate) manual with 79K on the clock, which is fine.
It doen't have the speaker in the centre of the dashboard, so is this the standard set-up without the amp? Was it 10 speakers as standard?

Thanks.

Dont think its the GT model then, but, who knows with the specs on these :slap: It wont be the pro logic system, probably just the 8 speakers!
How much is it????

[Liddo]

Have a look at this link! 4th one down is the same as mine ;)

http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=T5&keywords=Manual&min_pr=75&max_pr=&mileage=&agerange=&postcode=L36+0SB&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH

[The Saint]

I was considering going to see the 6th one down!
I'd prefer the pro-logic system though if I can get it!

[The Saint]

Have a look at this link! 4th one down is the same as mine ;)

http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=T5&keywords=Manual&min_pr=75&max_pr=&mileage=&agerange=&postcode=L36+0SB&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH

I saw the 4th one down last weekend as was disappointed - the engine was fine but the bodywork was awful.

I'm looking for exactly your colour, manual, pro-logic system, and if I can find it with black leather I'll be over the moon but think it's highly unlikely :(

[Liddo]

Yeah, deffo go for the Pro Logic, its AMAZING! Not very good at playing copied discs though! Gets to track 5 or 6, and starts playing up! Fine on originals :(
Go for the Coral Red one! Cheaper to RICA too ;)

[heyes]

Is this of any interest VOLVO C70 2.3 T5, 2 Doors, Coupe, Petrol, Manual Transmission, Registered 30-11-1999 110k fsh To be auctioned at Blackbushe on 03-04-2006

Graham

[jim.covers]

Yeah, deffo go for the Pro Logic, its AMAZING! Not very good at playing copied discs though! Gets to track 5 or 6, and starts playing up! Fine on originals :(
Go for the Coral Red one! Cheaper to RICA too ;)


Liddo,

Try copyin em at a slower speed... work fine for me now i do em @ 4x

[Mrsmopp]

http://www.adtrader.co.uk/advert_detail.php?class_id=110&advert_id=8820325

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[siamblue]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-VOLVO-C70-mint-condition-full-service-history-71k_W0QQitemZ4627891746QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem

Here is one mate, better hurry up as it is a bit of Wobbly ;)

Gary.

[The Saint]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-VOLVO-C70-mint-condition-full-service-history-71k_W0QQitemZ4627891746QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem

Here is one mate, better hurry up as it is a bit of Wobbly ;)

Gary.

Oh my word :jaw:

[Mrsmopp]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2000-VOLVO-C70-mint-condition-full-service-history-71k_W0QQitemZ4627891746QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmdZ ViewItem

Here is one mate, better hurry up as it is a bit of Wobbly ;)

Gary.

Makes you wonder why its back on ebay again tho doesn't it.....

x

[Wobbly Dave]

Sensible offers considered - (any one got a petrol can?)

[The Saint]

Sensible offers considered - (any one got a petrol can?)


LOL :rotfl:

[The Saint]

Is this of any interest VOLVO C70 2.3 T5, 2 Doors, Coupe, Petrol, Manual Transmission, Registered 30-11-1999 110k fsh To be auctioned at Blackbushe on 03-04-2006

Graham

Thanks Graham, too high miles I'm afraid.

[Wobbly Dave]

I have found this one you might like to look at...

http://www.fish4.co.uk/iad/cars/advert?adId=7988736&sid=8019727AEC4C835764&pos=8&src=search&tot=26

Reasonable mileage ME7 car, safe colour for resale - Money seems about right for the mileage too. I reckon you'd be able to get that for about 5.7K and it looks like it has the 1/2 suede interior too. I paid 5650 for the black one last July (with 81K).

[Wobbly Dave]

Hot of the press (Auto Trader press that is)

This one looks promising
http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=t5&keywords=2000+manual+blue&min_pr=75&max_pr=8000&mileage=&agerange=&postcode=b31+2ra&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH

and if you were prepared to accept 100K (bit long in the tooth) there is this GT version
http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=t5&keywords=1999+manual+blue&min_pr=75&max_pr=8000&mileage=&agerange=&postcode=b31+2ra&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH

Be sure it is a GT though (electric motor memory seats) - it could be a GS - IMHO a better car as they are cheaper to insure and dont have annoying electric seats. Look to pay about 5200 for that car.

[The Saint]

Thanks for the links Dave.
I can't get into the Fish4 website, but will keep trying.
The black one has too many miles (and 5 previous owners) but the blue one does look promising. Right miles, right price and only 2 previous owners (last change of owner 11/02). It doesn't have the pro-logic system, but I've asked for further photos before I commit to the journey.

I really appreciate the effort you guys go to to let me know when something comes available. The more I see, the more I know what I'm after! Number one colour is still the garnet red, with silver and black coming in 2nd and 3rd place. MUST be manual and the dolby prologic system is preferable!

[Wobbly Dave]

I wouldnt overly worry about the pro-logic. The standard car has a 4x400 watt amplifier and 10 speakers and is excellent - just go try one. Just make sure it has the SC-901 3 CD cassette changer (as it is the best head unit). Most do.
Dark colours or Silver are the easiest to re-sell. Ultimately you want a good solid example - based on Age, Condition and Mileage. Dont get too hung up on spec.

[Wobbly Dave]

Shame that the Blue one is in Cardiff - bit of a treck.

[The Saint]

Exactly what I'm after, only in auto :cry:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VOLVO-C70-2-3-T5-GT-AUTO_W0QQitemZ4627702000QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQcmd ZViewItem

[Wobbly Dave]

I have a MT gearbox going if you want to do the conversion??

Better to wait for the right one to come along

[Wobbly Dave]

[QUOTE=The Saint]Thanks for the links Dave.
I can't get into the Fish4 website, but will keep trying.
[QUOTE]

Have downloaded advert into word...here are the key details...

00 (V) VOLVO C70 2.3 T5 2dr Coupe, 75496 miles, Blue, Manual, Petrol, ABS, AirCon / Climate, Alarm / Immobiliser, Alloys, CD Player, Central Locking, Cruise Control, Driver and Passenger Airbags, Electric Windows, Leather Trim, PAS, Full Service History £5995. www.fairway-leasing.com (http://www.fish4.co.uk/iad/go?counterId=10001&counterType=AD&src=detail&cId=7988736&go=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fairway-leasing.com)


Fairway Vehicle Supplies (http://www.fish4.co.uk/iad/cars/directoryprofile?userAction=profile&orgId=2260452&adId=7988736&src=detail)

40 Maes y Gwenyn, South Glamorgan CF23 9AF Map (http://www.fish4.co.uk/iad/go?go=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.streetmap.co.uk%2Fstreetmap .dll%3FPostCode2MapE%26code%3DCF23+9AF%26account%3 Dfish4%26arrow%3DY&counterType=AD&cId=7988736&counterId=10002&src=detail)

Tel: 01446 713109
Fax: 02920454984

[The Saint]

Thanks Dave, have requested some further photos from the dealer, as well as a breakdown of the service history.

[RobA]

One for sale on the dark side....bit pricey tho

http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=17711

[Mrsmopp]

http://www.exchangeandmart.co.uk/iad/viewimage?emcode=6349150&reference=634/915/0_783675712.jpg&adheading=Volvo+C70+Coupe+2000%2C+79%2C000+miles%2 C+%A36%2C995&sid=3cqlzQ4eC687771&pos=3

http://www.exchangeandmart.co.uk/iad/car/object?emcode=6542241&sid=3cqlzQ4eC687771&pos=87&tot=97&page=4

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[Mrsmopp]

http://users.autoexposure.co.uk/economycarcentremex/search.cfm?Mode=0&Account=AETA55776&Make=VOLVO&Model=C70&Location=Any&search.x=46&search.y=3

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[Wobbly Dave]

No disrespect to Moppy but top 2 are automatics and I think the lad wants MT.
Last one (silver one from Discount car place) is on 115K, as I looked into it before - its been around for a while.

[Wobbly Dave]

http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=t5&keywords=manual&min_pr=4000&max_pr=5000&mileage=6&agerange=&postcode=b31+2ra&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH

Bottom Me7 car is about the money looks well cared for. May not have all the toys you want, but looks interesting from Age/Mileage/Condition for that price.

I have inspected this car ...

2000 VOLVO C70 2.3 T5,
61000 miles, Manual, Metallic Gold, leather, 12 months MOT, PAS, Cruise, Climate, airbags, new F1s, ABS, R.C.L, EW, EM, multi CD, Alarm/Immobiliser, FVSH - mint, no canvassers. £6,000. ono. andylane.home@virgin.net

it is owned by a policeman (police driver and genuine Volvo enthusiast) -very nice bloke. Only issue is the car is pale gold.
The car is in superb condition - has all the toys - it might be a bit of a challenge with the colour though. I nearly bought it but then changed my mind (and I offered him £6200). Decided I couldnt live with the colour
http://atsearch.autotrader.co.uk/www/cars_search.asp?modelexact=1&lid=search_used_cars_full&make=VOLVO&model=C70&variant=t5&keywords=gold&min_pr=5000&max_pr=7000&mileage=6&agerange=&postcode=b31+2ra&miles=1500&max_records=50&source=0&photo=1&sort=3&ukcarsearch_full=SEARCH
and at that price ??? you'll not find one with the same spec/mileage

[The Saint]

Thanks again Dave (and Mrsmopp).
The blue one is in Wales and I've asked for further details and piccies (still to come my way).
There's a silver convertible on eBay at the moment which I'm watching (on a V plate in manual) although that may go beyond my price range slightly.

[Wobbly Dave]

Convertible??? (shakes head) Rag tops are nice to look at but the skuttle shake is appalling - or so I hear.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1999-VOLVO-C70-T5-CONVERTIBLE-GT-SILVER_W0QQitemZ4628858674QQcategoryZ9872QQrdZ1QQc mdZViewItem

This one??

Dont take my word for it - just drive it down a rough-ish road.

[The Saint]

That's the one, yeah. I don't really want a convertible (they're effectively priced outside of my price range) but the wife wants me to consider one if the opporunity arises!!

[Wobbly Dave]

Trust me - I think you'll only be disappointed with the rag top.

[The Saint]

Probably right Dave! I will continue to look for the coupe :B_thumb:

[heyes]

Is this any good VOLVO C70 2.3 T5, 2 Doors, Coupe, Petrol, Manual Transmission, Registered 14-03-2002 56620 Miles WX02RWU SILVER, £7100

[The Saint]

02 was towards the end of the coupe, and I've seen 51 plates for £10K.

Where did you see this one heyes???

[Wobbly Dave]

02 plates were the last year that they made the C70 Coupe. I've seen a few on that plate. 7100 is about the money if that is a good one.

Glad you arent going for the rag top (IMHO one way road to unhappyville :pants: )

[st1t5]

The local Volvo dealer to me has got 2 black C70 convertable's on their forecourt just now .. im think they are 05 plates ..... very expensive though ..


I was planning to look at a black C70 T5 but its been sold .. the hunt is still on lol :)

[heyes]

02 was towards the end of the coupe, and I've seen 51 plates for £10K.

Where did you see this one heyes???
I have contact at British Car Auctions To be auctioned at Derby on 19-04-2006
BCA are really good auctions phone them for details.

[st1t5]

I seen these 2 in a Dealership in Glasgow area .. im sure one was about 16 - 17k ... i'll double check next time i drive past ..

[T5 Ben]

Hi mate don't know if this is any good?Try www.pollendines.co.uk they have one in that gold colour but i think it's an auto,might be worth a look.

Ben

[T5 Ben]

Have found this one.

Volvo C70 2.3T5 GT Coupe

Manual

51 Plate

Black leather

99K with FVSH

Climate.winter pack.ESR.17' alloys

£7495

07733367874 01953454133

WWW.b4carnetwork.co.uk

I have no idea what these people are like,was looking at the 850 t5 on the site and remembered you are looking for a manual.
They are just south of Norwich.

Good luck,Ben.

[Wobbly Dave]

Too expensive for the mileage. They claim to be Volvo specialists but that is asking about 1K too much for that car.

[Wobbly Dave]

it's very red!! and it's in Wales (next door to Spesh!!)

http://www.fish4.co.uk/iad/cars/advert?adId=10234267&sid=806687B239C3367739&pos=6&src=search&tot=27

Site...
http://www.carstorewales.co.uk/

I only put this up as a possible - bearing in mind you need to like the colour to live with it.
Just in case, Saint, you cant see the Fish4cars advert...


99 (V) VOLVO C70 2.3 T5 2dr Coupe, 64000 miles, Red, Manual, Petrol, ABS, AirCon / Climate, Alarm / Immobiliser, Alloys, CD Player, Central Locking, Cruise Control, Driver and Passenger Airbags, Electric Windows and Mirrors, Leather Trim, PAS, Full Service History, Stunning looking car.outstanding value for money and performance.This is the 2.3 T5 version turbo charged . £5995.

Price is good for the mileage - but the colour might be a challenge depending on your point of view.

[The Saint]

Thanks Dave - I've looked at the website and I don't think I like red :( Shame, as everything else fits :(

Remember I mentioned in another post about the black one on eBay I was watching? He's just cancelled my bid because he's re-listing as he 'forgot to put a reserve on it'.

http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=9360&page=3

[Liddo]

PM sent ;)

[heyes]

How about this one VOLVO C70 2.3 T5 Coupe, GREY, 2 Doors, Manual Transmission, Petrol, 57407 Miles, Margin.
Y337EAN Registered 12-07-2001 Registration Y337EAN
Registered 12-07-2001
Colour GREY
Mileage 57,407
Equipment Leather Trim ** Service History ** - 5 stp @ 50k 20/06/05
Log Book Log Book Present
Location Blackbushe
£6,250