New 850R
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Post 709560 by evo230 on 2014-05-07 10:08:22
Hi all,
So I picked myself up a 850R last week. I have to say this car has been one of the childhood dream cars - (I'm not quite rich enough to own the Lamborghini Countach - the other childhood dream car but this is a start!!). My Dad had a few 850's/V70's and T5's when I was at school and I thought they were awesome. I recently sold my MK2 Focus RS and I'm looking forward to this project.
Its a red estate and manual - been a little neglected over the past few years, very little paperwork but I couldn't resist it. Its gone into a local Volvo specialist today for an hours diagnostics - I'm hoping the mechanical list of what needs doing wont be too long and then hopefully I can crack on with the exterior. The red paint has seen better days, the Volans need refurbishing and there's a bad aftermarket mesh grill on the front that needs replacing. Not to mention an aftermarket exhaust which has managed to mute the lovely 5 cylinder burble I love so much. Trying to find a nice looking - non chrome grill is proving a little harder than I thought - maybe I'm not looking in the right places!
Anyway - hopefully I'll get some pictures up soon!
Post 709561 by M-R-P on 2014-05-07 10:10:39
Welcome aboard :)
Get those pics up soon... a lot of us can't read :D
Post 709562 by stribo on 2014-05-07 10:11:53
Welcome to the forum, pics are good.;)
Post 709563 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-07 10:30:34
Welcome to the club.....did anyone ask about pictures yet ?
Post 709564 by Pliskin on 2014-05-07 10:31:20
Big fat welcome
Post 709565 by shepbomb on 2014-05-07 10:33:26
:welcome:
Post 709568 by caseyt5 on 2014-05-07 10:44:46
:B_newbie: Welcome to the mad house :)
Post 709570 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 10:53:49
Is this the one of voc? Are you a lady? Welcome
Post 709571 by jamesy12345 on 2014-05-07 10:57:01
Hello & :welcome:
Post 709573 by caseyt5 on 2014-05-07 11:03:51
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709570]Is this the one of voc? Are you a lady? Welcome[/QUOTE]
You wouldn't believe how many times I get asked that!!
Post 709600 by tichai on 2014-05-07 13:30:15
Welcome to the forum....errrmm...has anyone mentioned pictures yet? :D
Post 709615 by evo230 on 2014-05-07 14:27:32
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709570]Is this the one of voc? Are you a lady? Welcome[/QUOTE]
I am a lady (wow that sounds like the quote from Little Britain lol) but no, not off VOC.
Post 709653 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 17:41:09
[QUOTE=evo230;709615]I am a lady (wow that sounds like the quote from Little Britain lol) but no, not off VOC.[/QUOTE]
it was on voc
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=204286
Post 709656 by martybelfastt5 on 2014-05-07 17:55:25
welcome to vpcuk!
Post 709657 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 17:55:58
Red, manual and a dark interior, perfect combination, Frankie take note how much it went for, maybe you will be more realistic with your asking price for yours now.
Post 709661 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 18:01:05
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709657]Red, manual and a dark interior, perfect combination, Frankie take note how much it went for, maybe you will be more realistic with your asking price for yours now.[/QUOTE]
tbf frankies had alot of popular mods,
Post 709670 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 18:36:56
[QUOTE=merc85;709661]tbf frankies had alot of popular mods,[/QUOTE]
and is in much better condition with low miles
Post 709671 by jamesy12345 on 2014-05-07 18:41:44
[QUOTE=evo230;709615]I am a lady (wow that sounds like the quote from Little Britain lol) but no, not off VOC.[/QUOTE]
a lady?? :band:
:worthless
Post 709695 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 19:41:36
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709670]and is in much better condition with low miles[/QUOTE]
You have just started a thread saying the engine is buggered, so how can it be better?
Post 709698 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 19:44:37
[QUOTE=merc85;709661]tbf frankies had alot of popular mods,[/QUOTE]
We all know mods don't add a great deal to the value of a car, most people would need proof the work done was done by a reputable mechanic or garage, neither of which is Frankie. So many cars are put back to standard before selling and the performance parts sold on separately, it's the way it is.
Post 709704 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 19:53:28
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709695]You have just started a thread saying the engine is buggered, so how can it be better?[/QUOTE]
wont be long till its fixed, whats with all the negativity mike?
Post 709706 by claymore on 2014-05-07 19:56:46
Welcome to VPCUK, ignore the bickering children :)
Post 709708 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-07 19:59:26
Welcome to VPC :)
Post 709720 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 20:31:08
[QUOTE=claymore;709706]Welcome to VPCUK, ignore the bickering children :)[/QUOTE]
Shut it grandad lol.
Post 709721 by Santa on 2014-05-07 20:32:21
Welcome :)
Post 709722 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 20:33:02
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709704]wont be long till its fixed, whats with all the negativity mike?[/QUOTE]
Didn't know I was being negative :confused:
Post 709733 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:02:03
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709722]Didn't know I was being negative :confused:[/QUOTE]
i'm going to put you on my ignore list, as you have nothing constructive to say ever, you only slag me off on here to get yourself noticed as you're a nobody
Post 709734 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:05:10
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709720]Shut it grandad lol.[/QUOTE]
You could have quoted Frankie with the same response. lol
Post 709735 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:08:19
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709733][COLOR="#FF0000"]i'm going to put you on my ignore list, as you have nothing constructive to say ever, you only slag me off on here[/COLOR] to get yourself noticed as you're a nobody[/QUOTE]
TBH I'm surprised you didn't do that ages ago, but be aware you'll still be ablr to see he's posted, just not the content, and curiousity will get the better of you, believe me, I've done myself on a different forum. (non Volvo)
Post 709736 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:09:15
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709733]i'm going to put you on my ignore list, as you have nothing constructive to say ever, you only slag me off on here to get yourself noticed as you're a nobody[/QUOTE]
:confused::wow::whatever::wavey::bitehard3:wave23d:
Post 709737 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:11:13
[QUOTE=stribo;709735]TBH I'm surprised you didn't do that ages ago, but be aware you'll still be ablr to see he's posted, just not the content, and curiousity will get the better of you, believe me, I've done myself on a different forum. (non Volvo)[/QUOTE]
nah he nothing useful to say, never has never will
Post 709741 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:15:21
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709698]We all know mods don't add a great deal to the value of a car, most people would need proof the work done was done by a reputable mechanic or garage, neither of which is Frankie. So many cars are put back to standard before selling and the performance parts sold on separately, it's the way it is.[/QUOTE]
Thats not strictly true mike, Blacky made what i would consider good money, ok so i didnt get the money back id spent, but she was a good car and was sold with every mod and new part which id fitted.
Post 709742 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:17:40
[QUOTE=merc85;709741]Thats not strictly true mike, Blacky made what i would consider good money, ok so i didnt get the money back id spent, but she was a good car and was sold with every mod and new part which id fitted.[/QUOTE]
Difference is Gav, your cars are polished to within an inch of their life, and hardly driven, whereas Frankie's although kept tidy, don't have the easiest of lives. ;)
Post 709744 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:19:43
thats was very diplomatic lol you ok??:uglyhamme
Post 709745 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:19:44
[QUOTE=merc85;709741]Thats not strictly true mike, Blacky made what i would consider good money, ok so i didnt get the money back id spent, but she was a good car and was sold with every mod and new part which id fitted.[/QUOTE]
I class you as someone who knows what there doing mate. I'd happily buy a car from you if it was standard, but I'd also pay extra if it was modded.
Post 709746 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:20:59
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;709745]I class you as someone who knows what there doing mate. I'd happily buy a car from you if it was standard, but I'd also pay extra if it was modded.[/QUOTE]
ditto, (and im not sucking arse lol)
Post 709747 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:22:05
[QUOTE=stribo;709742]Difference is Gav, your cars are polished to within an inch of their life, and hardly driven, whereas Frankie's although kept tidy, don't have the easiest of lives. ;)[/QUOTE]
whats with all the assumptions? i am forever cleaning my car, just because gavin posts up everytime he does so he means his car is cleaner? my 850r done 3000 miles last year and are used as second cars so again are hardly used
Post 709748 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:23:33
[QUOTE=stribo;709742]Difference is Gav, your cars are polished to within an inch of their life, and hardly driven, whereas Frankie's although kept tidy, don't have the easiest of lives. ;)[/QUOTE]
Be careful, Frankie will put you on his ignore list if your being negative about his cars.
Post 709749 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:25:21
oh look at how dirty my car looks
Post 709754 by graemewelch on 2014-05-07 21:28:03
All show and no go lol. No offence intended. First words that come to mind
Post 709758 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:31:07
[QUOTE=graemewelch;709754]All show and no go lol. No offence intended. First words that come to mind[/QUOTE]
it was running lovely mate, sounded awesome..................then nothing........................yet another niles bloody issue
Post 709759 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:33:49
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709747]whats with all the assumptions? i am forever cleaning my car, just because gavin posts up everytime he does so he means his car is cleaner? my 850r done 3000 miles last year and are used as second cars so again are hardly used[/QUOTE]
As I said they're kept tidy, but didn't you just post up a pic of your car an apologise for the green roof? Don't get me wrong mate, I know you probably clean your car more than I clean mine (although that's not difficult), but Gav is anal about it, on the one hand I admire his dedication to keeping it spotless, on the other I just think drive the bloody thing man, and sod the dirt. lol
Post 709760 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:34:03
I just think peeps are being a little hard on franke's car, His had **** luck tbf, Ive bin looking around ads for 850r's n, frankie based his car's price on a breaking price, which is exactly what i did, and worked down from that weighing up the time and cost it would take to break mine, then accepted a close offer.
Frankies price for a low mileage Manual 850r in a nice colour with popular mods wasnt that far off, I think frankie hit the nail on the head wen he kept publising issues he had along the way with the engine build which didnt help his car's view in some others eyes.
I sold blacky's engine and my Starting issue was raised in the discussion And had to explain it was the flywheel which was the root of the cause. (which it was) after much spending ££s and changing parts and the help from AndysR.
Just believe frankie could do with a break tbh. (and yes) agree perhaps i do post to much wen i detail my car, but its only because im enthusiastic about keeping her in fine fettle. and like to give encouragement and tips to anyone who's interested. But ive tried to ease off.
Post 709761 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:35:21
[QUOTE=stribo;709759]As I said they're kept tidy, but didn't you just post up a pic of your car an apologise for the green roof? Don't get me wrong mate, I know you probably clean your car more than I clean mine (although that's not difficult), but Gav is anal about it, on the one hand I admire his dedication to keeping it spotless, on the other I just think drive the bloody thing man, and sod the dirt. lol[/QUOTE]
it has been in my garage for 3 months
Post 709763 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:36:46
lol anal?? everyone cleans inside the door catches dont they?? pmsl
Post 709764 by claymore on 2014-05-07 21:38:55
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709758]it was running lovely mate, sounded awesome..................then nothing........................yet another niles bloody issue[/QUOTE]
The danger of buying an engine built by someone else, I know exactly how you feel.
Post 709765 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 21:39:07
[QUOTE=merc85;709760]I just think peeps are being a little hard on franke's car, His had **** luck tbf, Ive bin looking around ads for 850r's n, frankie based his car's price on a breaking price, which is exactly what i did, and worked down from that weighing up the time and cost it would take to break mine, then accepted a close offer.
Frankies price for a low mileage Manual 850r in a nice colour with popular mods wasnt that far off, I think frankie hit the nail on the head wen he kept publising issues he had along the way with the engine build which didnt help his car's view in some others eyes.
I sold blacky's engine and my Starting issue was raised in the discussion And had to explain it was the flywheel which was the root of the cause. (which it was) after much spending ££s and changing parts and the help from AndysR.
Just believe frankie could do with a break tbh. (and yes) agree perhaps i do post to much wen i detail my car, but its only because im enthusiastic about keeping her in fine fettle. and like to give encouragement and tips to anyone who's interested. But ive tried to ease off.[/QUOTE]
what am i guilty of? buying an engine form niles from which ive had a few issues, but what do i get off planks like mike? i dont know what i'm doing etc, at least i get off my arse and have a go unlike alot, i changed the head gasket, car was running fine now its tensioner is faulty but thats my fault again no doubt
Post 709766 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:40:08
[QUOTE=merc85;709760]I just think peeps are being a little hard on franke's car, His had **** luck tbf, Ive bin looking around ads for 850r's n, frankie based his car's price on a breaking price, which is exactly what i did, and worked down from that weighing up the time and cost it would take to break mine, then accepted a close offer.
Frankies price for a low mileage Manual 850r in a nice colour with popular mods wasnt that far off, I think frankie hit the nail on the head wen he kept publising issues he had along the way with the engine build which didnt help his car's view in some others eyes.
I sold blacky's engine and my Starting issue was raised in the discussion And had to explain it was the flywheel which was the root of the cause. (which it was) after much spending ££s and changing parts and the help from AndysR.
Just believe frankie could do with a break tbh. (and yes) agree perhaps i do post to much wen i detail my car, but its only because im enthusiastic about keeping her in fine fettle. and like to give encouragement and tips to anyone who's interested. But ive tried to ease off.[/QUOTE]
Don't ease off mate, I love seeing clean cars that also run, gives me inspiration to keep improving mine.
Post 709767 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:41:13
[QUOTE=merc85;709763]lol anal?? everyone cleans inside the door catches dont they?? pmsl[/QUOTE]
No, I don't clean inside the air vents either. :P
Post 709769 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:41:47
[QUOTE=merc85;709763]lol anal?? everyone cleans inside the door catches dont they?? pmsl[/QUOTE]
That's what all purpose cleaner was invented for, I've just purchased another 5 liter bottle lol.
Post 709770 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 21:42:42
[QUOTE=stribo;709767]No, I don't clean inside the air vents either. :P[/QUOTE]
What do you use cotton wool buds for then? Lol
Post 709771 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:45:07
[QUOTE=stribo;709767]No, I don't clean inside the air vents either. :P[/QUOTE]
pmsl i did that but didnt dry them properly so when i put the blower's on i ended up with water marks down the centre consul lol, But ive learnt.
Post 709779 by t5 pete on 2014-05-07 21:55:22
Hello and welcome
Post 709780 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 21:57:29
Pete!!! where you bin lol
Post 709781 by LiamT4 on 2014-05-07 21:58:06
Welcome.
we don't always argue with each other on here.................;)
Post 709782 by stribo on 2014-05-07 21:58:42
[QUOTE=merc85;709760]I just think peeps are being a little hard on franke's car, His had **** luck tbf, Ive bin looking around ads for 850r's n, frankie based his car's price on a breaking price, which is exactly what i did, and worked down from that weighing up the time and cost it would take to break mine, then accepted a close offer.
Frankies price for a low mileage Manual 850r in a nice colour with popular mods wasnt that far off, I think frankie hit the nail on the head wen he kept publising issues he had along the way with the engine build which didnt help his car's view in some others eyes.
I sold blacky's engine and my Starting issue was raised in the discussion And had to explain it was the flywheel which was the root of the cause. (which it was) after much spending ££s and changing parts and the help from AndysR.
Just believe frankie could do with a break tbh. (and yes) agree perhaps i do post to much wen i detail my car, but its only because im enthusiastic about keeping her in fine fettle. and like to give encouragement and tips to anyone who's interested. But ive tried to ease off.[/QUOTE]
Sorry, I don't think I was being hard on Frankie, but maybe that wasn't aimed at me. All I pointed out was he doesn't have the OCD you do when it comes to the cleanliness of his car (Frankie before you pipe up, if Gavs car had been in the garage for 3 months he'd still be out there every other day cleaning it). I also don't have an issue with you being meticulous about how clean your car is, or the threads you post up, it's aonly a friendly dig, because 1 I work on a building site, so getting my car that clean won't be worth it, and 2 I'd rather spend the hours that you spend cleaning your car driving mine, there is no right or wrong, we each get our enjoyment out of our cars in different ways.
Going back to Frankie's car for a minute, yes he needs a break, but he is his own worst enemy, he had a nice rebuilt forged engine, and then saw fit to fit the biggest injectors he could find, and turn the boost up to as high as his MBC would let him. (I'm sorry Frankie, as much as we argue, I love your dedication to going as quick as possible, but your methods aren't thought out) So, his new engine suffered bore wash, then a failed head gasket, and it's gone down hill from there. Yes he's his own worst enemy for 1 doing the work himself ( although I'm not questioning his competence, if it was done at a garage he'd have some comeback) and 2 posting on here exactly what he's done, and what's gone wrong with his car.
Post 709783 by merc85 on 2014-05-07 22:00:20
fair play stribo
Post 709786 by T5frankie on 2014-05-07 22:03:13
People only know what I post which isn't everything
Post 709787 by smithy on 2014-05-07 22:07:47
And as we say welcome to the forum pmsl
Post 709788 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-07 22:11:46
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709786]People only know what I post which isn't everything[/QUOTE]
But what you do post is all the silly things you do to it lol
Post 709797 by AndysR on 2014-05-07 22:22:51
Welcome to the forum OP, good to see you on the 850R ownership list, I'm sure you'll enjoy it! Don't be frightened when you get a list as these cars usually have accumulated a nice list over the years where minor things get ignored. You can work through them progressively and end up with a fantastic example in no time that will make you proud, then when your proud of it you can argue with the regulars as to how great it is and how much better it is now compared to how it was when you bought it... Or maybe not.. Lol either way once again welcome to the fold it's good to have you onboard. When your happy with the car you should pop along to some of the local and national meets you'll always be welcome :)
Post 709807 by WOODY T5 on 2014-05-07 22:36:29
hello and welcome to vpc
Post 709844 by Jim S70R on 2014-05-07 23:57:51
Wow this threads gone well......
A very warm welcome to the club, nice car you've landed yourself. Looking forward to the progress updates!!
Post 709886 by RollingThunder on 2014-05-08 08:50:08
Welcome to the forum, great choice of car, I miss my old 850R loads!
Don't be put off by the squabble, it'll blow over shortly. We're all a friendly and helpful bunch really :hug:
Post 710038 by Red850Restate on 2014-05-08 18:24:54
Welcome I'm guessing this is the one that went off the bay last week, I have a pair of wings if you need them :-)
Post 710055 by evo230 on 2014-05-08 19:33:36
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709653]it was on voc
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=204286[/QUOTE]
ah check it - yeah thats the car. It does need work! lol
Post 710062 by T5frankie on 2014-05-08 19:39:50
[QUOTE=evo230;710055]ah check it - yeah thats the car. It does need work! lol[/QUOTE]
don't they all lol
Post 710067 by evo230 on 2014-05-08 19:45:29
[QUOTE=T5frankie;709653]it was on voc
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=204286[/QUOTE]
ah check it - yeah thats the car!.
Thanks for the comments guys - I got the list of 'broken things' and 'things that should be fixed' today - it was a lot more than i thought it would be but it could definitely be a lot worse lol - the worst thing so far apart from bushes is the rear caliper bolts have fallen out at some point when i was driving it - I was lucky to not have an accident on the 4 hour journey home!
I'm looking forward to doing some work on it once I've got a few mechanical bits done on it - i couldn't resist one evening spending 2 minutes on a tiny bit of the rear spoiler to see how bad the paintwork was. Cant wait to spend a weekend doing the whole car! 
[QUOTE=Red850Restate;710038]Welcome I'm guessing this is the one that went off the bay last week, I have a pair of wings if you need them :-)[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the offer of the wings, I do have a pair but they are in the wrong colour - maybe drop me a pm with some pics, details and prices.
I love the squabbling on forums - I've been on a lot of car forums and have seen and heard a LOT worse!!
Post 710148 by AndysR on 2014-05-08 23:27:56
[QUOTE=evo230;710067]ah check it - yeah thats the car!.
Thanks for the comments guys - I got the list of 'broken things' and 'things that should be fixed' today - it was a lot more than i thought it would be but it could definitely be a lot worse lol - the worst thing so far apart from bushes is the rear caliper bolts have fallen out at some point when i was driving it - I was lucky to not have an accident on the 4 hour journey home!
I'm looking forward to doing some work on it once I've got a few mechanical bits done on it - i couldn't resist one evening spending 2 minutes on a tiny bit of the rear spoiler to see how bad the paintwork was. Cant wait to spend a weekend doing the whole car!
Thanks for the offer of the wings, I do have a pair but they are in the wrong colour - maybe drop me a pm with some pics, details and prices.
I love the squabbling on forums - I've been on a lot of car forums and have seen and heard a LOT worse!![/QUOTE]
My dream come true a girl who loves 850's cleaning/polishing them and working on them! Can't wait to see the car once you've worked your magic on it :)
Post 710157 by abdul on 2014-05-09 03:26:24
Welcome
Post 710163 by stribo on 2014-05-09 06:49:31
[QUOTE=AndysR;710148]My dream come true a girl who loves 850's cleaning/polishing them and working on them! Can't wait to see the car once you've worked your magic on it :)[/QUOTE]
Down boy. :P
Post 711366 by RollingThunder on 2014-05-13 12:51:28
Oooo its a manual as well! Thats quite a rare beastie if its a factory fit manual. Your car can only go up in value if you look after it - you've made a very canny buy ;)
