[{"id": 2572073, "authorName": "MinutemanMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minutemanmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "R these fast Volvo's?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538530065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572112, "authorName": "fringecarcollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fringecarcollector/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love these cars. So cool. I almost got a new one back in late 05, blue with the same interior. Went with a VW Touareg V8 instead. Cool truck, but way less cool than a hot-rod Volvo.\n The seating surfaces on this S60R seem to have fared better than usual...probably a sign of being pampered well as in my experience they are the first thing to get beat up in these cars.\n\nGLWS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538531396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572139, "authorName": "Kbower", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbower/", "bidAmount": 420, "content": "$420 bid placed by Kbower", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538532204, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2572153, "authorName": "Dfitzy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dfitzy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "are the taillights sprayed or done with a film?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538532716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572164, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "YES! @Kbower Thank you for the first bid. $420 is a solid offer. I like your style.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538532900, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572167, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dfitzy The taillights are sprayed / smoked along with the side turning lights, and all the badging was painted at Bel-Red Auto in Bellevue, WA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538532998, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572211, "authorName": "Alienviking", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alienviking/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car! The window tint looks dark. We have rather strict enforcement where I live. What is the % tint, preferably including the factory tint?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538534165, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572212, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bought a 2004 new as a demo with 5k miles. Red with Atacama and a manual trans. One of my all-time favorite cars, though it\u2019s Achilles heel was the dealer while still under warranty. I replaced it with an \u201807 V70R, also with Atacama. I need to find someone that can source the original leather Volvo used for some other reupholster project. It was soft, beautiful, and super high quality, though not durable, and the contrast between the blue gauges, blue stiching, and the orange really worked, especially in a red car (I know it sounds terrible, it isn\u2019t) The seller has done a great job in protecting this interior.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1538534184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572223, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by Tom_R.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538534475, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2572255, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the bid @Tom_R! Yes, the Atacama leather has been such a fun part of owning this car, especially with the dark exterior, people don't know it's coming till you open the doors and they're blown away when they see the orange seats. I've really tried to take care of the interior over the years. You can see the wear on the drivers side seat, as that obviously got most of the usage. But the Passenger seat is still in good condition, and I didn't really have people in the back all that much so the back seats are still in great shape considering the age of the vehicle.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538535559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572263, "authorName": "Icebiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/icebiker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still miss my red over Ata V70 R 6-sp. \u201cSport\u201d and \u201cUtility\u201d as it should be defined! I have to say the drivers seat bottom is is very good shape for 100k. Upper bolster was always difficult to keep up but overall the interior is great. As I recall the leather was sourced from an outfit in Scotland. The good folks at Swedespeed might know. I too was blown away the first time I saw that awesome orange hue. The seats are the most comfortable I\u2019ve ever sat in. My wife once remarked she felt like she was cradled in Derek Jeter\u2019s glove.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538535970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572264, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@icebiker haha", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538536046, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572267, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alienviking I got the windows tinted at Aspen Tinting in Belltown, downtown Seattle. I don't recall the exact tint % over factory tint. I'll look around and see if I can find the receipt and let you know.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538536185, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572321, "authorName": "59turner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/59turner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfect colors. Needs more wagon.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1538538195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572357, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The wheels have a perfect finish from the factory, pity these were powder coated black.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1538539840, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572390, "authorName": "Sjalabais", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjalabais/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "All the Matrix style modifications can and should, honestly, be undone. What you get here is a fast sedan with rare boattail design, and seats whose intensely amazing colour will intuitively increase your caramel consumption and dentist bill. That's a side effect to live with.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1538542588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572433, "authorName": "bclassen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bclassen/", "bidAmount": 2600, "content": "$2,600 bid placed by bclassen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538547243, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2572480, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SlowNRusty: You\u2019ve got a point there. The factory finish was a *bright* silver, not the same as your average silver wheel paint. Like the interior color, it has to be seen to be fully appreciated.\r\n\r\n@59Turner: I know that wagons are supposed to be the holy grail, but i\u2019ve had both, and I preferred the sedan. This generation S60, especially with the R headlights and front bumpers, is a very attractive car, and unless you are regularly hauling around *lots* of stuff, I\u2019d argue that the sedan is the way to go. I\u2019m going to try and remember all of the end links my car ate, plus the cost of replacement struts, and hope that\u2019s enough to keep me from owning another.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538557562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572531, "authorName": "needwheels", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needwheels/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car, but aren't brake lights meant to be seen, and windows meant to be seen out of?", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1538568002, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572550, "authorName": "drfiredog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drfiredog/", "bidAmount": 2800, "content": "$2,800 bid placed by drfiredog", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538569197, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2572551, "authorName": "ZZZZZZZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zzzzzzz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tom_R.\nYou can know this: I have the R wagon variant and can argue all day. I don't carry much, but the sedan is nice too (I have the 2.5T) and the trunk can swallow a lot. The cost of the front end refresh is at least 1400 in parts I just bought and that's without labor. I haven't gotten to the back yet.\n\nThe leather in these is super supple and soft, and the manual is what fun driving is meant to be. 3rd gear is the best. I had a red/atacama/m66 wagon (05) in my hands and let it get away to a guy in NY.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538569261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572607, "authorName": "buzzo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks well taken care off inside and out. Undone driver\u2019s seat bolster seem is not unusual. Neither is \u2018the one area with rust\u2019, the muffler heat shield. You can easily do without, although I took it as an opportunity to install an EST Touring catback to amplify the glorious soundtrack these inline 5s produce. \r\nJust as a point of interest, as shown in the video it is supposed to idle high at cold startup for 10-15 seconds at about 1,800 rpm before it drops to 700, and under the hood the engine sounds exactly like mine (which I suppose/hope is good news). Lastly, I don\u2019t see \u2018the bracket of death\u2019, but perhaps the seller can confirm it was removed (as it should be).", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538570798, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572633, "authorName": "AutoObssessed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autoobssessed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interested to follow this one @NR. Looks well sorted", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538571538, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572676, "authorName": "ZZZZZZZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zzzzzzz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1 - I hope you have a polestar lined up. You'll miss this one. GLWTS.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538572391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572702, "authorName": "59turner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/59turner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tom_R First, my comment was marginally constructive as it was just personal preference. But these colors are nearly the best, as Flash Green over Atacama is the best! (again, personal preference, obviously if you know the color).\n\nI also believe that if there was 1 car to have, a V70R spec would suit 100% of my needs as a near perfect car. The problem is they are all now 10 years old and as you said they front end turns into rattle traps every other year. Every winter season the plastic interior gets a little looser and buzzy-er. Then squeaks and groans in the summer. \n\nMy XC70 is no different but doesn't have the resale of this car. You can easily spend $2k every year just repairing the usuals. Just look at the repair list for this car with ~100K miles. Brakes 1 year, front end the next, This one likely needs motor mounts and subframes mounts, as well as upper strut supports, just due to the age. I am afraid I have lost my crush on Volvo Rs but I still have the dream.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538573420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572759, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sure hope the timing belt doesn't break before new owner gets it on the road. It's way beyond recommended interval if original based on time alone. What's @buzzo reference to 'the bracket of death?' Must be a left coast phenomena.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538574709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572779, "authorName": "buzzo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts It's a superfluous exhaust bracket that is supposed to protect but actually can catch on things and push in the driveshaft. Design error from the factory. Highly recommended to remove. Google is your friend if you want to know what people have paid for that bracket causing death.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538575274, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572799, "authorName": "buzzo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buzzo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Correction, picture #98/105 shows 'the bracket of death'. Removing is a five-minute job to prevent $$$$ in damages.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538575845, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2572900, "authorName": "mrdeezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrdeezy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"oh yeah, and tint the tail lights too!' \r\nwait, don't you want people to know that you are slowing down or stopping?\r\n\"but , bro it looks cool! \"", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1538577471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573123, "authorName": "pkflynn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pkflynn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How could you do all this work to such a beautiful car and not do the timing belt service (belt, water pump and new seals). It's akin to child abuse. I'd drive it straight to a shop as it's running on borrowed time! \r\nBeautiful car GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538582686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573170, "authorName": "Leggotis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leggotis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The timing service is the main thing keeping me from bidding. Love the interiors of these cars and the idea of having a AWD/Turbo car again. Rare that these pop up for sale with low miles, and in decent/good condition.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538584119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573178, "authorName": "volvoracer9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoracer9/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW, that leather just pops! \r\nLove it.\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538584262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573191, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1, what's the state of the AWD system? The Haldex units usually need attention by now. Regarding the interior, I seem to remember something about faux elephant hide.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538584603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573371, "authorName": "needwheels", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needwheels/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mrdeezy at least the headlights don't have smoked covers...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538588039, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573484, "authorName": "Carbster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting car, loose the roof rack for the main photos. The mileage should keep the price down; ideal winter hack!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1538589508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573789, "authorName": "BKSTDVR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkstdvr/", "bidAmount": 2900, "content": "$2,900 bid placed by BKSTDVR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538592027, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2573899, "authorName": "twodudesnape", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twodudesnape/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pkflynn I assume the same kind of person who smokes taillights and tints windows so you can't see at night", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1538592886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2573911, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Leggotis, I once bought a 1992 BMW E30 ragtop. I knew it needed timing belt service. Driving it home, taking off from a stop, I heard a flapping sound as the engine faded. Broke a cam bearing tower. So I wouldn't want to start this engine without at least looking at the belt and inside the belt chamber with a strong light. Belt age can usually be approximated by the fine cracks (checking) on the flat side of cam belt. Heat cycling is the real enemy of belt life. Real easy to inspect, I use a T30 on 6\" extension (to clear torque bar running across back) in Makita to take upper t-cover off (4 screws). \r\n\r\n[aside] Jeez, mrdeezy gets 7 likes and I get none. I'm bumbed.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538592958, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574185, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@leggotis @pkflynn @movingparts re: timing belt. In preparation of the listing, (at 102k) I took the car to get serviced as a good gesture. New spark plugs, oil change, and new coolant tank/hose/housing as listed above, spending $1,000 to enhance the listing and in good faith toward the new owner. At that time, my mechanic told me that the timing belt should be replaced. Volvo recommends changing it at 120k, but my understanding is it is typical to change between 100k and 120k or 10 years so we're in a reasonable window where it can be expected to be serviced. I contemplated fixing it and listing with a reserve, or not fixing it and listing with no reserve. I decided to list as is, as BAT has a knowledgeable/skilled/ connected bid pool, that may, potentially, be able to address this issue for less than I can. Since the service, the car has been parked in my garage (still at 102k) awaiting sale, as I have another daily driver. I clearly disclosed that the timing belt needs to be addressed, and I recommend that the buyer evaluates and addresses the timing belt upon receipt.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1538595554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574218, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carbster The racks were a functional tool, and also a method to keep the interior nice, as I didn't have to put the back seat down and put skis and boards inside the vehicle. I realize many people won't have the need for these or like the look. I just included them because they were powder-coated to match the car. The buyer can easily remove if unwanted.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1538595778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574230, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@buzzo I've never heard of \"TBOD.\" But as you said, it's easy to address, so I'll leave it as it is and the buyer can evaluate.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538595862, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574243, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ZZZZZZZ You're probably right! My friend has a 2016 Polestar Wagon that's amazing, so I can just steal his keys when I get the itch.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538595973, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574407, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts re: AWD/Halodex. To be clear, I have not had it tested. But, I don't have any reason to believe it doesn't work. We had a dry summer in Seattle this year, so I don't think the AWD needed to engage in the last 6 months. Going back to last winter and spring, I believe it was working fine as I drove to the Mountain regularly, and this car with Blizzaks on it feels like a snowmobile. I drove from Seattle to Nelson, BC in February in white- out conditions no problem. The DSTC traction control was working fine last winter, so I assume it's also working fine now.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538597384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574450, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts re: ELEPHANTS!! Ha. No, I have not yet heard the rumor that Volvo interiors were made with faux elephant hides. Here's what I understand about Volvo Atacama Leather Interiors:\r\n\r\nMade by \"Bridge of Weir Leather Company\" http://www.bowleather.com\r\n\r\nNamed after the Atacama Desert in Chile, as the color takes after the orange terrain. Atacama leather is full-grain aniline leather with a protective water-based coating. The hides are specially selected from the best beef cattle. So strict are the standards that the manufacturer will reject eight out of ten hides.\r\n\r\nOrganic tanning, free of metal compounds, along with pure soft water and natural dyes and oils, are used to produce leather that shows off the natural characteristics of the hide. No two car interiors will be identical, another hallmark of quality.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1538597720, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574578, "authorName": "drfiredog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drfiredog/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by drfiredog", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538599042, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2574644, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I know not how this car drive, or much else about it SAVE THIS ONE THING. The S60R has without a doubt the greatest seats ever put into a passenger car.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1538599495, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574930, "authorName": "ThirdPedalNirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thirdpedalnirvana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It also has the best looking gauge cluster ever put into a car. Eat your heart out, Aston Martin.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1538601413, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2574997, "authorName": "larrygk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/larrygk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had this car, same MY. Only thing I did not like about it was the turning radius when doing a U'y. Other than that. Great. If it had lower mlge I would bid on it as my son is looking for \"something interesting\". Like this. GLWS.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538601742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2575741, "authorName": "INEEDIT56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ineedit56/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone bidding on this car implies they know fully well how much of a pain in the butt these cars are to service, work on and repair. That also implies they know about the pain in the butt AWD system.\r\n\r\nThat being said...\r\n\r\nAnyone bidding on this car knows damn well how amazing this vehicle is and how much joy they will get out of driving one. There isn't anything like the S60R, especially with the rare factory 6-speed. \r\n\r\nSuch a great car and I envy the winning bidder. \r\n\r\nGLWS", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538607503, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2575798, "authorName": "Carmichaels0120", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carmichaels0120/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Since the cylinder head,etc. was replaced @ 69k+ or - I would,assume the belt, pump were also replaced at that time. I worked on Volvo\u2019s for 35+ years and would never consider doing a cylinder head w/o a belt and everything that the belt rides on. No short cuts on these cars, folks! Check the Carfax.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1538609216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2575822, "authorName": "Carmichaels0120", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carmichaels0120/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Carfax shows a Cylinder head replacement at approx. 69K. Any shop who would not put a belt and everything it rides on is asking for a potential warranty nightmare. I worked on Volvo\u2019s for more than 35 years and wouldn\u2019t take the job if the customer was a fool and/or a cheap squeezer.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1538609719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2576120, "authorName": "reality", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reality/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "tinting lights is at best sophomoric and tacky, at worst a safety concern, undo", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538617819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2576136, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@larrygk: YES! Almost always a three-point turn when parking. \r\n\r\n@ThirdPedalNirvana: the Atacama leather is superb, but you\u2019re right about the gauge cluster, aided by the blue stitching on the instrument panel hood, steering wheel, and armrest. I would also say that the leather would fall flat if it weren\u2019t for the orange carpets. That detail makes the whole interior - it would look silly with black carpet.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538618437, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2576214, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1, any records of the cyl head being replaced at 69k? It would have been during seller's ownership. Would that have been you? Please elucidate.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538620872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2579798, "authorName": "TrenchFoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trenchfoot/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by TrenchFoot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538692217, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2580379, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts I have a binder full of service records for the car, but I don't have that particular receipt or recollection of the service at that time. Today I called the service center at (Bob Byers) Seattle Volvo who performed the service and made the Carfax report. The technician told me that it has been listed incorrectly on the CarFax report and that the Cylinder head was not replaced at that time. He said they replaced the oil trap hose. He confirmed that no timing belt service was done at this time. I requested that they send me a copy of that receipt, and when they do I'll share it in detail here.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538709461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2580517, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1, thanks for your effort. I suspected as much, it would have been a job that plp would remember.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538714793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581556, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A new picture has been added to the gallery. Enjoy the auction!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538761322, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2582535, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This looks familiar", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538771310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2583635, "authorName": "twodudesnape", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twodudesnape/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VolvoguyKC where have you seen this one before?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538786962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584757, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1, your power steering hose is sitting on top of the pump bracket where it will surly wear a hole in it in short order.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538852065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584957, "authorName": "Nachomama", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nachomama/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Those service receipts are ridiculous. I had VWs for years and until I bought a Honda I didn\u2019t realize you weren\u2019t supposed to work on a car that much.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538862289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584998, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nachomama: it\u2019s true, I love my \u201813 Accord 6MT, and it has been a paragon of reliability, but I will forever miss my S60R. Time has healed the service dept wounds.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538864297, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2585328, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nachomama, what service receipts?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538886127, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2585388, "authorName": "Nachomama", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nachomama/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts the service diary", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538910709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2585976, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And now for something completely different. A S60R. I thought it's spec was awesome in it's day. A serious hot rod from Volvo! This is a perfect CO car. Lots of these up here in the mountains. We had a local dealer in Glenwood Springs who was doing great business. But when Volvo decided they had too many dealers, they took the franchise away. Volvo claimed they were too small, and just wanted to support their more \"productive\" dealers. Read that as high volume sales. My local service department was jammed for weeks at a time as it was the only dealer in the middle of the state. Next nearest dealer was Denver. And there wasn't, and still isn't a dealer in Grand Junction. The decision stunk. This is a very nice S60R. The Seller is very straight forward. That interior is awesome! It's been said, if you want this car, you know what you're looking at. Buy it, service it. And go forth in all weather conditions. And on nice days, go really fast, being cupped in leather. Great Volvo!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538941769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2586721, "authorName": "Rx7Kevin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7kevin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You guys think that this has \"underbody rust?\" thats crazy! I would kill to have one in this nice of shape near me in the midwest.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539008059, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2588829, "authorName": "eugero", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eugero/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would def get this, if i didn't have one :) This things are crazy reliable and decent fun to drive.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539034372, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2589391, "authorName": "VTECBRO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtecbro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wouldn't say crazy reliable. I had an 07 S60R and it nickle and dimmed me for little repairs fairly often. overall fun car, will buy another one someday.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539038842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590031, "authorName": "carlhouweling", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlhouweling/", "bidAmount": 3800, "content": "$3,800 bid placed by carlhouweling", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539063825, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2590052, "authorName": "Mullins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mullins/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Mullins", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539066224, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2590056, "authorName": "ndcav", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ndcav/", "bidAmount": 4100, "content": "$4,100 bid placed by ndcav", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539067039, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2590218, "authorName": "jax001", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jax001/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best seats ever in a car. If it does, you can use it to sleep in at night in your driveway.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539089627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590284, "authorName": "joepags", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joepags/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought an '01 T5 and absolutely loved this car except for a few things that ultimately pushed me to dump it for a new '04 TL. First, $75 oil changes, $200 this, $400 that, etc... The service dept made their annual quota just on me. I used to drive 150 miles a day on the NJ TPK. I dreaded taking the car for service. Second, the torque steer was crazy annoying on the T5 (no AWD), so prob doesn't apply here to the R. Turning radius was awful (not a reason to get rid of the car though). The TL reminded me how little you should spend maintaining a car. \r\n\r\nI agree with the others though - the best seats I've ever sat in. Both comfortable and the hides were like a catchers mit that just got softer and more supple the more you sat in them. An awesome ride if you are mechanically inclined or have a friend who is.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539092025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590314, "authorName": "Dropps", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dropps/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Dropps", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539092840, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2590361, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Closing day! I love this car, and I'm happy to see it go to a great new home and to someone that enjoys it as I have. Thank you for all of the interest, constructive comments, and bids!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539094542, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590541, "authorName": "LagunaSecaNeighbor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lagunasecaneighbor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jeopags if you can believe it, the turning radius is even bigger with the wider wheels on the Rs. Yes, it IS a reason to get rid of a car.\r\n\r\nAs a former V70R owner, I want to hate on this car. But I like the light cosmetic mods, and it does have all the right spec: speedball stick, Atacama, 18\" rims. Only missing the mint green exterior. \r\n\r\nEven if this closes north of $7000, it's will be a lot of car for the money. Yes, these have turbo lag. lots of it. but that is definitely part of the fun. mid-range pull is totally addictive, and a stick would certainly help to keep the motor in the right revs during spirited driving.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539099068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590588, "authorName": "joepags", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joepags/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lagunasecaneighbor You are 1000% right - I totally forgot to mention the turbo lag! (was only on one cuppa coffee when I posted). The NJ TPK is a racetrack during rush hour - the turbo lag was maddening!\r\n\r\nNot applicable here, but for the automatic with sequential manual mode - the delay was mind numbing! I kicked myself every day for not getting the spaceball manual.\r\n\r\nI had it in my mind that everything I didn't like about it had to do with the automatic. With the manual, the shift delay was obviously moot. You could also keep in a lower gear, and keep the turbos spooled.\r\n\r\nI've never driven an R, but have to think the manual and AWD would make this the ideal setup. Someone is going to get a fantastic driver here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539100116, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590767, "authorName": "LagunaSecaNeighbor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lagunasecaneighbor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joepags I assume the lag of the heavily boosted R motor would far more than on the T5. 300/300 from 2.5L is something only brands like Porsche and Ferrari are comfortable with today. \n\nI totally agree with you on the autobox. The V70R was my wife's DD while I DD'd an E36M3. The R was just not good enough at being either a sports car or a family hauler. In the case of the 04 and 05 cars, the autobox was limited to about 250 ft-lb in 1st and 2nd gear. (later 6 speed autobox was given full juice) Also...spaceball is just plain cool.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539103703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590845, "authorName": "Fast_R", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fast_r/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You either hate these or love them. I have a V70 R manual with mods and the turn radius has never been a problem for me. I can drive anything. sure turbo lag... get beyond it and feel the boost. An on ramp going through the gears is a blast. Hitting 150+ in a wagon is a blast too. Sometimes scary, slower traffic comes up quick. You can surprise some high performance people when you keep up and even pass. \r\nI bought a lot of expensive aftermarket parts and had a lot of expensive service. in the end it's a fun fast... great handling car I had fun with. It's time to sell mine now and hope to get half what I spent. \r\nGo for it and have fun. not an investment.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539105130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2590974, "authorName": "bdskipper", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bdskipper/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jax001 I totally concur that these are the best seats of any car I have owned (a bunch) also. The Atacama leather and perfectly positioned bolstering. I miss that. What I don't miss (not relevant in this transaction) is Volvo resale. Bought my R new and it depreciated by more than half, over a mere 11k miles. Nuts. I would never, ever, buy a new Volvo. The story ends well though, the $$ from the Volvo bought a '95 993, which today is obviously worth 1.5X the cost of any new Volvo. Live and learn. GLWS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539107554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591149, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539109187, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2591161, "authorName": "rthorniley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rthorniley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who is your mechanic? Did he give a quote on the Timing Belt / Water Pump / Camshaft Adjuster repair?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539109289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591215, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rthorniley My mechanic from 75k to present has been Prova Motorsports. He gave me a quote of parts, labor, tax on the Timing Belt and Water Pump kit, idler pully, tensioner at $962. But he said that I may be better suited going direct to Volvo for this specific repair.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539109653, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591269, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I never felt that there was an issue with turbo lag in these cars, but I had a pair of manual transmissions, never an automatic. I'm guessing the complaints below have more to do with the transmission than the engine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539110236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591465, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts re: Cylinder Head replacement. I just got the receipts from Volvo, and submitted the photos to be posted above. It shows one service at 69,437: No Cylinder Head was replaced. The service performed was a Oil Trap Hose replacement and a column lock. Shortly thereafter at 69,661 they replaced the ignition switch. This addresses the carfax report from them at the same mileage was incorrectly reported by the service center.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539111728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591472, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Three documentation pictures have been added.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539111757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591757, "authorName": "Whosdiscostu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whosdiscostu/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Whosdiscostu", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539115063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2591808, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for following up with the documentation for the erroneously reported service.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539115532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2591813, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539115550, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2591919, "authorName": "carlhouweling", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlhouweling/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love this spec. Cheers to the new owner!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539116367, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592236, "authorName": "LagunaSecaNeighbor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lagunasecaneighbor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bdskipper for sure - I forgot to mention the comfort of these seats. Nothing has ever come close for all types of driving IMO. Atacama seems much thicker than the \"parchment\" seats our had...parchment both in terms of thickness and color.\r\n\r\nAs for depreciation - holy snot you're right. Ours stickered at $45k and we bought it 3 years old for $25k with 13k miles and still 18 months on the everything-covered factory warranty. (the local dealership was all too willing to help us wring out every last bit of service.)\r\n\r\nAnd we're also on the same page 991 wise. I bought an 04 996 C4S for $20k in 2015 and it's up to $25k already.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539118764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592279, "authorName": "Whosdiscostu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whosdiscostu/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by Whosdiscostu", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539119267, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592507, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Last 5 minutes coming up. Thank you to all for all the comments and bids!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539121716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592516, "authorName": "bradleydanger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradleydanger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Think this would make the drive back to Denver without timing belt issues? Would that work be something you'd be willing to have done before pickup?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592518, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No, it would need to be done before the drive.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121797, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592522, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone from Seattle want to come to Cape Cod for a little R&R? I'll buy you a plane ticket back.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592525, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Time to sweeten the pot for anyone on the fence. If we hit 7k, I will include a set of 4 235/40R18 Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 Snow tires. Bought at 89k miles. Used for Jan/Feb/Mar 2017, and Jan/Feb/Mar 18. Still in great shape. Retail receipt was $917.23\r\n\r\nhttps://blog.fcpeuro.com/bridgestone-blizzak-ws80-review-the-ultimate-snow-tire", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592533, "authorName": "bradleydanger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradleydanger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll bid if you can get the timing belt stuff sorted out before pickup!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539121881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592543, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 6750, "content": "$6,750 bid placed by movingparts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121965, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592545, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 6850, "content": "$6,850 bid placed by NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539121979, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592553, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dacove1, would those snows come on rims?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592556, "authorName": "Whosdiscostu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whosdiscostu/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by Whosdiscostu", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122052, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592557, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "no, just the tires....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122053, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592559, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122067, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592560, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "and the boys are got some Blizzaks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592561, "authorName": "Kiwikiwi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kiwikiwi/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by Kiwikiwi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122089, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592563, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "those are some helluv tinted windows", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539122109, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592575, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 7300, "content": "$7,300 bid placed by NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122188, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2592581, "authorName": "twodudesnape", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twodudesnape/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@movingparts I could use a vacation! Especially if it means driving this awesome car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592584, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I knew there were a bunch of lurkers.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592589, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@twodudesnape, but that wouldn't resolve the timing belt issue.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122290, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592593, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/9/18 for $7,300 to NorthWestR", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122311, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2592606, "authorName": "bradleydanger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradleydanger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice sale! Car's gonna need some immediate work but hopefully it'll be a solid car for the buyer in the long run.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539122417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592636, "authorName": "dacove1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dacove1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks again to everyone! I talked to the buyer multiple times over the listing and am confident this is going to a great home!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539122635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592668, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done dacove1. Too bad you're on the wrong coast.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1539122798, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592755, "authorName": "vlukovic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vlukovic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Heck of a deal! Congrats to both Volvo brethren, buyer & seller! \r\nRegards,\r\nOwner of '04 V70R w/ M66, black Sapphire, Nordkap, KW V2 & 18\" anthracite Pegs :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539123259, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592768, "authorName": "movingparts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movingparts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That breather hose you paid $42 for has a list price of $30.57 today. I felt you were really hosed on the service charges but kept quiet. Vet your repair shops carefully.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539123303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593750, "authorName": "NorthWestR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/northwestr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This will be our 5th R. We have a matching 06 VR (though Nordkap int.) currently. We make it to the IPD garage sale and Vol-Techs Volvos in the Hood events every year. We'll have both out there in 2019! Cheers.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539150385, "type": "comment"}]