Author Topic: I am screwed now. The new car bug has bitten..Volvo V70R. (Read 2615 times)

ktm525 · « **on:** April 10, 2006, 12:22:09 pm »

I drop by the local Volvo dealer to pick up a couple of parts the P1800 when I decide to walk through the new car lot. Lo and behold I spy a 2006 V70R 6 speed manual. A few minutes later I am going for a drive, nice. I get out of the car and my knees feel weak and I have a knot in my stomach. I know I am buying this model. It is so intoxicating that it makes me gloss over the $65k price. I haven't pulled the trigger yet (waitng on the financial crystal ball to clear up) but my finger is ITCHY.

How anyone can buy a X/C90 V8 for $72k or even a X/C70 for $55k when this thing is lurking on the same lot?

Giant Dwarf · « **Reply #1 on:** April 10, 2006, 12:24:55 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on April 10, 2006, 12:22:09 pm

I drop by the local Volvo dealer to pick up a couple of parts the P1800 when I decide to walk through the new car lot. Lo and behold I spy a 2006 V70R 6 speed manual. A few minutes later I am going for a drive, nice. I get out of the car and my knees feel weak and I have a knot in my stomach. I know I am buying this model. It is so intoxicating that it makes me gloss over the $65k price. I haven't pulled the trigger yet (waitng on the financial crystal ball to clear up) but my finger is ITCHY.

How anyone can buy a X/C90 V8 for $72k or even a X/C70 for $55k when this thing is lurking on the same lot?

Ooooo... the R is badass!

mdxtasy · « **Reply #2 on:** April 10, 2006, 12:26:03 pm »

Sweet....the R is one wicked machine. I almost bought one.

Snowman · « **Reply #3 on:** April 10, 2006, 12:40:55 pm »

There is a burnt orange one here in Sudbury….very nice indeed.

ktm525 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 10, 2006, 12:50:50 pm »

I am going for Metallic black with the Atacama (orange?) interior, I will call it the Pumpkin.. A heavy tint on the windows and away we go. This R seemed to drive much better than the 2005 I sampled about a year ago. The ride was much more supple over rough stuff. Volvo claims a 5.9 0-60, not bad for a wagon.

Snowman · « **Reply #5 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:02:29 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on April 10, 2006, 12:50:50 pm

I am going for Metallic black with the Atacama (orange?) interior, I will call it the Pumpkin.. A heavy tint on the windows and away we go. This R seemed to drive much better than the 2005 I sampled about a year ago. The ride was much more supple over rough stuff. Volvo claims a 5.9 0-60, not bad for a wagon.

My WRX Wagon in OEM trim has sub 6 second 0-60 as well.

Bullet Blue · « **Reply #6 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:10:08 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on April 10, 2006, 12:50:50 pm

I am going for Metallic black with the Atacama (orange?) interior, I will call it the Pumpkin.. A heavy tint on the windows and away we go. This R seemed to drive much better than the 2005 I sampled about a year ago. The ride was much more supple over rough stuff. Volvo claims a 5.9 0-60, not bad for a wagon.

I take it the Toe-rag is out now?

Damn I am unbelievably jealous right now. I agree about the pricing. The XC70 and new C70 is $55K and that is without options. If you option it up it's in the $60K range easy. The V8 XC90 for $72 is pretty pricey as well. 300 horses with AWD 6 speed manual is the easy choice. Did you try out the different suspension modes? I had a V70 R for the day about 2 years ago for my birthday and I was blown away. I showed a Mustang who wanted to race who was the boss

. It's one of the coolest wagons out there IMO. There is a grey one (6 spd) at the local superstore parking lot all the time.

Good stuff!

ovr50 · « **Reply #7 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:16:36 pm »

ktm525 - Wow, nice car - go for it - you will like it..........immensely..........

Black with the orangish leather sounds great also.

mdxtasy · « **Reply #8 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:20:43 pm »

Quote from: ovr50 on April 10, 2006, 01:16:36 pm

ktm525 - Wow, nice car - go for it - you will like it..........immensely.......... Black with the orangish leather sounds great also.

I agree. The black on orange combo looks hot. The colour takes some getting used to but once you see it a few times, the leather looks fantastic.

ktm525 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:26:36 pm »

Quote from: Bullet Blue on April 10, 2006, 01:10:08 pm

I take it the Toe-rag is out now?

Damn I am unbelievably jealous right now. I agree about the pricing. The XC70 and new C70 is $55K and that is without options. If you option it up it's in the $60K range easy. The V8 XC90 for $72 is pretty pricey as well. 300 horses with AWD 6 speed manual is the easy choice. Did you try out the different suspension modes? I had a V70 R for the day about 2 years ago for my birthday and I was blown away. I showed a Mustang who wanted to race who was the boss . It's one of the coolest wagons out there IMO. There is a grey one (6 spd) at the local superstore parking lot all the time.

Good stuff!

Toe-rag is done like dinner. I am going to keep my truck for the dirty work and replace our existing Passat wagon. The suspension settings were great in the R. The ride was civilized even on sport mode, prssing comfort just added more jounce and made it feel like my Passat. The hard setting was very buttoned down and not something I would use very often. I am sure Volvo played with the suspension settings over the past year. It could be the tires too.

BTW If anyone is interested in low KM Passat wagon...

ktm525 · « **Reply #10 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:28:17 pm »

Quote from: Snowman on April 10, 2006, 01:02:29 pm

My WRX Wagon in OEM trim has sub 6 second 0-60 as well.

The WRX wagon is great too. I just have too much family crap to haul.

Snowman · « **Reply #11 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:33:28 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on April 10, 2006, 01:28:17 pm

The WRX wagon is great too. I just have too much family crap to haul.

If I had $65k for a Wagon in my budget a V70R would be parked in my garage…go for it!

mdxtasy · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:35:04 pm »

Now I want one.....damn you.

ghost · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:39:26 pm »

I'd squeeze a little bit more for a 70k S4 Avant wagon.

the V70R is haute but the S4 Avant is the dream wagon for me.

ktm525 · « **Reply #14 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:39:35 pm »

Valentine has 3 in stock.... S4 is nice also but is much too small.

Snowman · « **Reply #15 on:** April 10, 2006, 01:41:50 pm »

Quote from: ghost on April 10, 2006, 01:39:26 pm

I'd squeeze a little bit more for a 70k S4 Avant wagon. the V70R is haute but the S4 Avant is the dream wagon for me.

The rear seat room in the A4 Avant is no better than my WRX Wagon. The V70 has more room for family hauling a$$.

ghost · « **Reply #16 on:** April 10, 2006, 02:11:10 pm »

If I really need rear leg room, I'd get a minivan. This wagon is for show.

MKII · « **Reply #17 on:** April 10, 2006, 02:30:14 pm »

Wow nice colour combo, must be fate ktm525.
For MY2006 , the R models are fitted with the next-generation computer-controlled Haldex AWD system that instantaneously delivers up to 50 percent more torque to the rear axle only when needed, such as during takeoff.
Instant Traction adds a one-way pre-charging valve to the AWD system that maintains a torque load of 59 foot pounds, which is available instantly.

Also for MY2006 the Four C system was recalibrated for better response,as Volvo received alot of feedback from current R owners, hence Volvo responded with a better set-up.

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 10, 2006, 02:31:34 pm »

I'd love the V70 R!!! My favourite colour was that aqua blue/green launch colour, but don't think it's available anymore. I think the Titanium Grey looks very hot over the pumpkin interior as well.

LMAO, check who's Lead Designer for the car (noted near the photo of the speedo)!!!!!!!!!

http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jk2/s60r-v70r.htm

Here's some photos of black (under "first drive")
http://www.swedespeed.com/gallery/gallery2.php?mode=album&album=/FWD%20and%20AWD/V70%20Mk%20II/R%20AWD
And Black with your interior...
http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/rp/04v70r.htm

Gotta love that Space Ball shifter

These wagons haul ass!

quadzilla · « **Reply #19 on:** April 10, 2006, 02:57:52 pm »

Its funny as I was just looking at these online last week.

That is the wagon that I really wanted but after checking the budget you know what I ended up with (no regrets though but it isn't a V70R by any means). My colour choice is the Titanium Grey though. Once the budget gets upgraded to the V70R I know getting the g/f on board will be easy. Just sit her down in those amazing seats and turns on the heaters. SOLD!

There is a new S60R in blue just down the street from my office. Oh so nice.

So here is another vote for yes, run back and get it before somebody else does.

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