Hi from an (eventual) Volvo owner

Post 692333 by L33williams on 2014-03-01 17:36:54

Just thought ide say Hi. I'm looking at buying a volvo soon as I fancy a change from my current car. Hopefully, with the help of forum members, I'll be able to decide on which one I want haha. I've got a few models in mind. I'm looking at a t5 model but thats as far as i can plan at the moment. Ideally I'de have a 4wd s40 :(

Post 692335 by M-R-P on 2014-03-01 17:52:25

welcome. as far as I know, there isn't an awd s40 but there's lots to choose from. where in the world are you? maybe someone will will be willing to offer a test drive in their car. most models are covered here so you'll at least be able to get an opinion.

Post 692336 by stephenevans99 on 2014-03-01 17:56:09

Hi & Welcome... I'm sure some of the T5's were available as AWD...? I think lol

Post 692337 by Pliskin on 2014-03-01 17:58:21

Welcome aboard mate and good luck with your forthcoming purchase, I am sure you won't be disappointed. There is a huge amount of info and some seriously Volvo minded chaps/chapesses on here to help.

Post 692345 by andyb1375 on 2014-03-01 18:28:50

Welcome

Post 692349 by theflyingbrick on 2014-03-01 18:37:36

welcome along :-)

Post 692357 by stribo on 2014-03-01 19:25:49

Welcome to the forum.

Post 692358 by Santa on 2014-03-01 19:38:02

Welcome :)

Post 692373 by L33williams on 2014-03-01 21:31:30

from all th research I've done they produced an awd s40 for the states but in the uk they only made the v50 n awd and they are like rocking horse poo haha. I'm after something with tunability but at a good price, I'll have 4-5K for trade. I really wanted an ex-police s60 but mileage is very high and there are so many mixed reviews about them.

Post 692375 by M-R-P on 2014-03-01 21:35:36

ex plod is ok if you know what you're doing with them ;) graemewelch is on about selling his S60, a truly superb example and already tuned too.

Post 692380 by Shinsplintz 101 on 2014-03-01 23:00:22

Welcome along - good luck with the search.

Post 692413 by RichT4 on 2014-03-02 08:46:45

Welcome, good luck with your search!

Post 692466 by L33williams on 2014-03-02 12:33:55

I've looked at the s40 performance on the bsr tuning site, why is it so much slower than most other similar cars? The performance stats are about 1s slower than a c30 with the same hp. I would understand its due to the weight but they have the same 0-60 haha

Post 692467 by smithy on 2014-03-02 12:41:37

[QUOTE=L33williams;692466]I've looked at the s40 performance on the bsr tuning site, why is it so much slower than most other similar cars? The performance stats are about 1s slower than a c30 with the same hp. I would understand its due to the weight but they have the same 0-60 haha[/QUOTE] The power is a lot lower from standard only 221bhp I think .but the s60 2.4 t5 is a lot better engine and a lot stronger from the start too .and they start at 265bhp and a remap will take you to 330 bhp no probs and pull like a steam train .

Post 692471 by jamesy12345 on 2014-03-02 12:56:14

:welcome:

Post 692673 by L33williams on 2014-03-03 09:44:30

Yea thats why ive been looking at the s60s but the 2.4s are expensive, how do the 2.3 t5s compare (250 bhp as standard)

Post 692674 by M-R-P on 2014-03-03 09:54:09

The 2.3 is not as advanced, a remap will get it to between 260 and 280 bhp depending on the engine. The 2.4 has VVT on inlet and outlet, wheras the 2.3 only has VVT on the exhaust. The 2.4 also has a bigger turbo. 2.3 is reportedly a stronger block tho.