Anyone automotively aware in the 1990s must remember the yellow Volvo T5Rs with the mildly dark-tinted five-spoke wheels. Sure, it’s FWD and has an auto trans, but 0-60 in about 6.0 seconds in a Volvo box is just cool. These were also known for excellent grip.
The world would have to wait for the follow-up 850R to see a maunal trans, but these did have the upgraded, inline-five turbo with 243HP. These led to the S60R and V70R models that followed after Volvo’s naming convention changed and lived through at least another generation of vehicle. Our subject car has low miles for its age and is clearly enthusiast owned, based on the ad text below.
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San Diego, CA
$3,500 with 30 bids and reserve not met
Posted by CG
01/04/2014 update: Ended at $4,975 with 42 bids (!) and reserve NOT met.
Ad text:
Very Rare 1995 Volvo 850 T5 R up for auction! I have owned this car for the past 3 years and have enjoyed every day of it. This car has been very well maintained and is still running “like new” It is a shear joy to drive. It currently has just under 137,000 miles. I have only put approx 1k miles a year on it showing it off mostly locally. The previous owner was a Volvo enthusiast like myself and clearly pampered this car. Has extensive service and maintenance records. It has an automatic transmission, with sport and economy mode, amazing pickup and performance and still gives you great mileage. If you have never driven one, let me just say, THIS CAR IS FAST! To my knowledge it is still completely stock however the sky is the limit with what can be done to this car.
It has been well preserved and has been garage kept. The paint is still in excellent condition and shows very few flaws. Both the front and rear bumper trims were “touched up” about 2 years ago and are starting to chip ( see pics ). I should express this is VERY MINOR and could easily be touched up once again. I have never seen another T5 R in this color so be prepared to be popular by other Volvo lovers:) I believe there were under 300 of them in this color imported to the United States.
The interior is also still in great condition and has no rips or tears. All of the windows are limo tint shade which provides you with complete privacy. Please be aware this may be prohibited in your area as they are very dark. However it is simple to remove if you so choose. This Volvo also still has the original stereo and tape deck and has a very impressive sound system. This car could be a collectable, a daily driver or would be an excellent marketing tool for a business. This car makes peoples heads turn. Runs and looks excellent!
OTHER OPTIONS INCLUDE:
DUAL POWER SEATS WITH HEATERS ( THEY WORK GREAT )
POWER SUNROOF ( DOES NOT LEAK )
POWER STEERING
POWER LOCKS
KEY LESS ENTRY WITH REMOTE
CRUISE CONTROL
ON BOARD COMPUTER ( MEASURES MPG ETC )
FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAG SYSTEM
ICE COLD A/C
This 850 T5R has over $8k dollars in service and maintenance records, however I will just specify the most important services and replaced parts. If you have any specific questions feel free to contact me so I can itemize them for you.
SERVICE HISTORY:
TIMING BELT, WATER PUMP, TENTIONER & BEARINGS WITH CAM SEALS COMPLETED AT 131K MILES
REAR MAIN SEAL COMPLETED AT 132K MILES
TURBO HOSES AND SEALS
FRONT ENGINE MOUNT, REAR ENGINE MOUNT, AND RIGHT ENGINE MOUNT
TRANSMISSION SERVICED EVERY 30K MILE MARKS
OIL AND FILTER CHANGED EVERY 3K MILES ( NOW HAS SYNTHETIC )
HAS NEWER FRONT AND REAR TIRES WITH APPROX 85% TREAD LEFT
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES HAVE MORE THEN 80% LEFT
I WOULD NEVER SELL THIS CAR, HOWEVER A RELOCATION IS MAKING IT NECESSARY. SHE IS READY FOR A NEW HOME!
This Volvo has a clean California title with current California registration. If you are a local buyer I will provide a renewed smog certificate. It comes with the original owners manual, R wheels, R floor mats, Volvo guide, spare tire and kit, and all service records. I can assist with shipping or if you would prefer airport pickup I am closest to the San Diego International Airport ( SAN ).
The reserve may be reached at anytime, so please do not bid if you are not ready to buy. Also please be aware that I may end this auction at anytime. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns. Thanks for looking and good luck!