A bit of a moot point but

Blue 8 · Mar 24th, 2013, 15:23

When did volvo stop symbolising what most remember volvo for IE strength ,reliability, some might even say agricultural ?

Ive always had pre 2000 volvos but even I have noticed over the years volvo may not stand for what it once did, you read so many problems that people have had with later models and I know that time moves on and so does technology and I know fords input changed things up a little but if you had to draw a line on age from old volvo to new what age model cars would it be ?

rippedoffagain · Mar 24th, 2013, 16:05

Pre Ford buyout, which I think happened in 1999?

Blue 8 · Mar 24th, 2013, 18:09

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Originally Posted by rippedoffagain

Pre Ford buyout, which I think happened in 1999?

I would of said 99 but then I thought blue badged ph1 V70's are basically 850's under the skin and 850's are true volvo so maybe later in the time line ?

The Thong · Mar 24th, 2013, 18:42

It's the old chestnut once again. The more tech that gets packed into these motors, the more issues arise. We want excellent ride and comfort, we want lots of gadgets etc. trouble is, we want cars at an affordable price too. This is where it all goes a bit wobbly. In my view, Volvo is still a quality car and baring a few interesting niggles, is still one of the best motors on the road. The only issues I have with mine is down to neglect from the previous owner.

TT

Paddler Ed · Mar 24th, 2013, 18:52

If you look at the length of time it takes to get a model to market then it would be possible to argue that last "true" Volvo were the P2 platform cars, the S80/S60/XC90 and XC/V70 that were made from 1998 to 2007 (or current with the XC90) as these were designed (and pretty much signed off) before Ford took over Volvo Car.

S70 B5254T · Mar 24th, 2013, 18:59

I'm sure some will say that RWD Volvos are the truest of Volvos; but I like what I'm reading above

, and I do believe my 850 is a true Volvo, developed, as it was, from the 1970s until its launch over 10 years later!

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Blue 8 Premier Member Last Online: Aug 13th, 2015 17:06 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Medway Towns	A bit of a moot point but When did volvo stop symbolising what most remember volvo for IE strength ,reliability, some might even say agricultural ? Ive always had pre 2000 volvos but even I have noticed over the years volvo may not stand for what it once did, you read so many problems that people have had with later models and I know that time moves on and so does technology and I know fords input changed things up a little but if you had to draw a line on age from old volvo to new what age model cars would it be ? __________________ Stay away from negative people they have a problem for every solution. Ruby-red pearl 854 GLT 2.5 20v 62k.....Andy

Mar 24th, 2013, 18:42	#4
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:39 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	It's the old chestnut once again. The more tech that gets packed into these motors, the more issues arise. We want excellent ride and comfort, we want lots of gadgets etc. trouble is, we want cars at an affordable price too. This is where it all goes a bit wobbly. In my view, Volvo is still a quality car and baring a few interesting niggles, is still one of the best motors on the road. The only issues I have with mine is down to neglect from the previous owner. TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

Mar 24th, 2013, 18:52	#5
Paddler Ed Volvo Driver Born 'n bred Last Online: Dec 10th, 2015 09:59 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Armidale, NSW, Australia... home of rust free 240's!	If you look at the length of time it takes to get a model to market then it would be possible to argue that last "true" Volvo were the P2 platform cars, the S80/S60/XC90 and XC/V70 that were made from 1998 to 2007 (or current with the XC90) as these were designed (and pretty much signed off) before Ford took over Volvo Car. __________________ '00 V70 Classic, 2.4 (170) 225,000 miles, none since March 2010 but it still runs! <S>'94 854 SE (Australian Spec) 190,000km</S> Sold <S>'86 Toyota Landcruiser FJ73, 138,000km </S> Sold after 15,000km of memories '05 BMW 320d E46 Touring.GF's car

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S70 B5254T ☭Nick☭ Last Online: Jun 22nd, 2014 23:30 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Lincolnshire	I'm sure some will say that RWD Volvos are the truest of Volvos; but I like what I'm reading above, and I do believe my 850 is a true Volvo, developed, as it was, from the 1970s until its launch over 10 years later! __________________ 1998 Volvo S70 CD 2.5T 20 valve (B5254T) Community First Responder transport & Daily Driver previously...1994 Volvo 854 SE 2.0 20 valve "L411XCC" & 1999 Volvo S40 2.0T SE "T283LTW"

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rippedoffagain Premier Member Last Online: Nov 16th, 2019 18:20 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Yorkshire	Pre Ford buyout, which I think happened in 1999?

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