I am a long time brickboarder but my time is spent on the RWD forum.

I have a friend that is looking at a V70. I can't provide any tips that he should have in mind while considering it. It shows 179K and presents very well. Extremely clean with excellent black leather.

It is listed with new: Tires, fuel pump, sending unit, pump module, central electronic module, alternator, wiper transmission, spark plugs, rear window regulator and motor.
Any flags raised when reading between the lines on that list?

No mention of the timing belt but when he asked the seller about that he indicated he "pulled the cover back and looked at it and it wasn't dry or cracked and the previous owner took real good care of the car" I told him the timing belt needs replaced immediately if he moves forward with the car.

It is also throwing the code P2401 but that the seller says "it doesn't effect anything". I believe that is emissions related, but would appreciate being able to provide my friend with more of an explanation.

Thanks for any help or insight on this car.

Randy
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Any twenty minute job is just a broken bolt away from a three day ordeal

Thank you for the responses. I have forwarded them to my friend.

He did some research and came up with a very well done YouTube video on the procedure for changing out the timing belt and water pump on a V70 of that era.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2A73W3JxsY&ab_channel=TRQ

Randy
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Any twenty minute job is just a broken bolt away from a three day ordeal

https://www.engine-codes.com/p2401.html

My 2004 V70 AWD has 296K on it. I bought it from original owner at 125K in 2014.

If he's capable of doing his own work, I'd go for it if the price was right. If you have to hire it done, can be expensive.

He might want to check the CarFax. Multiple owners are a red flag for me.

Marlin

Hi Randy,

Yes, the timing belt should be done immediately as you suggested. However, before jumping to conclusions, look around under the hood for a timing belt change sticker to verify if and when it was done. I have never owned a P2 V70 (2001-2007) but did consider buying one and drove many. My parents had a 2001 V70. Best years are generally considered to be 2005-2007 - relay that to your friend...:) I don't know the exact timing belt interval but it is probably around 105k. So, it has probably been done once. Also, normally the water pump is done at the second timing belt change. About 210k if on schedule.

The replaced fuel pump and sending unit seem premature. Usually, like RWD Volvos, those parts last a very long time.

Check the engine mounts (particularly the visible top sway mount) for worn rubber. Check around the PCV system for oil leaks. Easy access - Faces towards the front of the car (transverse mount engine). Running synthetic motor oil is highly recommended to prevent PCV problems and maximize engine life.

These are good cars but certainly not as cheap to maintain as the RWD cars!

Jim

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Will I buy another Volvo??? We'll see....