Highlights

• An original and unmolested example of the ultimate 2000’s sports estate
• Featuring an eye-catching colourway of metallic black over gold Team Dynamics alloys
• Complete with a documented maintenance history amounting to thousands 
  
  

The Appeal

This example, the V70R, is the follow up car to the 850-R and arrived in 2003 with 300bhp of five-cylinder turbo power and four-wheel drive. This example is in a fine overall condition with sensible mileage and oodles of originality and charm.

The History and Paperwork

• This example hails from 2005 and was originally supplied to the Japanese market
• Its early life is unknown, but it was clearly sympathetically used
• The car was imported to the UK in 2018 and registered in June of that year
• At this point the Volvo had covered around 80,000 kms (50,000 miles)
• The car then passed through two former UK owners
• The current owner acquired the car in October 2020 
• At this point the car had covered around 122,000 kms (76,000 miles)
• Since then, it has covered a further 10,000 kms or so
• The car comes with plenty of provenance providing paperwork
• This includes the V5 in the name of the owner
• The current MoT is valid until June 2023
• Numerous previous MoTs are on hand in hard copy
• A number of invoices are included documenting maintenance expenditure
• The original fit head unit is also included (Japanese radio spectrum model)
• Two original Volvo R keys are present and both working
  
  

The Interior

• Being a top of the range model, our car boasts a full leather interior
• The seats and other surfaces are trimmed in Gobi soft leather (9577)
• The overall condition of the interior is very good 
• The front seats feature a little,age appropriate patina 
• There are no rips, tears or significant wear in evidence
• The front seats are both heated and electrically adjustable
• The driver’s side has a three-position memory function
• The rear seats are also in a good, original condition
• Some staining was noted on the offside rear seat (pictured)
• Dashboard is familiar Volvo V70 fare and finished in black with alloy accents
• The gauges are the electric blue “chronograph” items unique to the R models
• The speedometer is calibrated in KMS, as is the odometer
• The original, multi-function steering wheel is fitted, complete with “R” badging
• An aftermarket Kenwood double DIN head unit is fitted
• A retrofitted head up display is also fitted showing road speed in MPH
• Carpets are of a beige hue and appear to be in good, original condition
• These are currently protected with mats on mats – always a good sign!
• Door cards and headlining are all in a fine condition and original
• An electrically operated tilt and slide factory sunroof is present
• The generous luggage compartment is fully carpeted and originally appointed
• The original luggage net and retractable luggage cover are both present
  
  

The Exterior

• This example is presented in fresh looking Black Sapphire Metallic (452)
• The paintwork appears to be original and exhibits a high metallic content
• The bodywork is equally well preserved with very little to fault
• There is the odd small mark and chip as should be expected for a 2005 car
• This example rolls on a high-quality set of Team Dynamics, 12-spoke alloys
• These are 17-inch wheels, finished in gold and presenting very well
• The open spoke design allows sight of the “R” monogrammed callipers
• These are shod in a matching set of Davanti Protoura Sport tyres
• These are in a 235/45 configuration and tread depths are pictured for review
• Cabin glass and light lenses all appear to be in an excellent condition
• The large tailgate spoiler is original in and fine order
• It is a striking looking car in a fine condition and an appealing colourway
  
  

The Mechanics

• For an early noughties’ car, the V70R is a mechanical tour-de-force
• Power is provided by a 300bhp, 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.5L engine
• This power is delivered via a five-speed “Geartronic” automatic gearbox
• The V70 features intelligent four-wheel drive for optimum traction
• Adaptive suspension is fitted with three, distinct settings
• Sophisticated traction and stability systems are fitted (DSTC)
• The V70R has been very well maintained regardless of cost
• An uprated rear anti-roll bar has been fitted complete with nylon bushes
• Expenditure is documented at around £9,000 since the car’s import in 2018
• The owner has used the car regularly and reports no known mechanical issues
  
  

Summary