Volvo Findings! (What have you found on FB/Craiglist/Kijiii/other)?

[MoVolvos]

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Owner indicated purchased with tick and dirty oil. Didn't drive it long without an oil change and the knocking started. Willing to give it up for $1K. Your thoughts?
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2006 Volvo S60 T5 Parts Car or engine replace - $1,500 (Willow Spring)
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/d/wi ... 50943.html

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Sounds like the typical rod bearing failure on these later T5s. Unfortunately this isn't unheard of.

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The video indicated the bad knock was just oil starvation. Could it be that bad without any rod or crank bearing damage?

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[bmdubya1198]

If there's a bottom end knock, it's almost certain that there's damage to the bearings.

[jreed]

This one looks nice for those who like S80 2.5T
https://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/d/ayd ... 01236.html

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""This is a very well cared for Volvo that is exceptionally clean inside and out. Timing belt has been changed on schedule and the PCV system has been serviced. Regular serviced has been performed for the life of the vehicle. This is a VERY reliable and safe car. If you are interested I would prefer calls rather than text. The price is firm, so please keep this in mind before inquiring. Thank you for your time in view this posting.""

"2006 volvo s80 2.5t

VIN: YV1TS592661427737
condition: excellent
cylinders: 5 cylinders
drive: fwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 166618
paint color: white
size: mid-size
title status: clean
transmission: automatic
type: sedan "

[Sveedy]

This might be a nice starting point for a project car....
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/7556242343.html

[foggydogg]

'98 Saffron V70R, 195k claimed, but...
https://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/d/east-b ... 75869.html
No pics
$7k ask

[BlackBart]

1959 Volvo PV 544 coupe - $2,000

West central Oregon
https://corvallis.craigslist.org/cto/7554146914.html

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[erikv11]

This might be a nice starting point for a project car....
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/7556242343.html

Agreed, wish the interior was better but this one looks worth investigating.

[Krons]

I'll post up my latest buy. Kid crashed his 07 Ford Focus so was on the hunt for something sub-$3000 and decent, a difficult task these days.

Hello Facebook Marketplace:

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2005 XC90 2.5T AWD
190k miles
Was asking $3000, bought at $2500
The good: new tires, new battery, new alternator, recent timing belt and pulls good suction from oil cap, runs and drives well
The bad: codes for EVAP and anti skid, wet a-pillars, filthy interior
Guy had owned it since 114k and while did some repairs/maintenance clear he wasn't DIY for little stuff.

In my first 12-14 hrs: deep clean the interior, replaced wheel speed sensor, replaced windshield washer motor, pulled small dent in fender, oil and filter change, pulled a-pillars to find expected pinched/disconnected sunroof drains, lubed sticky liftgate handle, replaced all wipers, polished headlight lenses and replaced low beam bulbs.

After a run through the car wash it cleaned up well. Needs seat covers and decided I will spring for new a-pillars at $100/pop to get the interior in decent shape. eBay yaw sensor on order for Anti Skid, sunroof drains and air filter arrive this week. Will eventually change the drivetrain fluids and Haldex filter once I take a breather from first fixes.

I'm thankful my labor is free , hope to be in it a touch over $3500 by time I am done. Barring any surprises should be good for 250-300k miles. Only regret is I maybe should have negotiated for a little less, but so far so good.

[matthew1]

Car prices are falling fast these days. If you can wait, I'd recommend it.

[Krons]

Car prices are falling fast these days. If you can wait, I'd recommend it.

The price of new cars was getting out of hand and the recent interest rate hikes makes them unrealistic for many, even used cars.

I looked a bit as I didn't need a car for my kid asap but this XC90 had a familiar drivetrain and all the issues were known and fixable. Right now I like the idea of having an extra car around and running these old 150k+ Volvos as the ownership cost is tough to beat. Always great when you can buy a car with $50 bills!