hovied Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I'm at odds about this.... There is a 2006 S60R with navigation 18" wheels and much more that I'm thinking about trading my spec b. The Spec b has Cobb AP stage 2, Volk CE28's limited edition gloss black w/ Michelin's, Sti front lip, Swift springs, Sti front rear strut bars, cusco sway bars f/r, cusco H brace, cusco endlinks f/r and cusco rear lateral arms etc. The S60R looks really nice but not as much room in the rear seat, perfomance wise the are pretty equal. Although the S60R with a simple reflash here at the dealership puts power in the 360bhp area. It also has the Volvo body kit which is awesome plus it also has an incredible stereo system. All in all the are pretty equal vehicles. This is what it could look like... http://www.evolvecars.com/albums/IrwindaleSpeedwayPhotoshoot/CIMG0580.sized.jpg ______________ tHe HoV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew.anderson Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I vote for no. I have a friend over here from Germany who has an S60R. I would not trade my LGT for his S60R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moviemadness Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 traitor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hovied Posted May 5, 2006 Author Share Posted May 5, 2006 It would be an even exchange... Traitor? didnt know there were sides....lol.... ______________ tHe HoV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I was trying to decide between the two before I bought the LGT. I grew up in a Volvo family, but Volvo quality has suffered when it became part of Ford. The major problems that I've read with the R's is a bad fuel pump that isn't shared with the rest of series so it has to be special ordered. Then there's the turning radius that is worst than a suburban at over 40 ft. Anytime you take the car in be prepared for at least a $400 bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanger Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 IMO i love S60R, but i would choose a Japanese car over anything else anyday! ○ ○ ○ Instagram: itshangertime :spin: ○ ○ ○ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 IMO i love S60R, but i would choose a Japanese car over anything else anyday! took the words right out of my mouth.... Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JessterCPA Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 Wasnt too thrilled with the overall experience with my wife's S40. I know its a different car, but the overall Volvo ownership left me dissapointed. Jesse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrownBoy Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I wouldn't trade the spec.B for the R...not only because I think you should stay with Subaru, but because I believe the Legacy is actually a better car. I have driven a regular s60, and was not impressed with the interior and the interior appointments. I don't know how much better the R is though...and also, maintenance bills. Subaru will be aLOT cheaper than maintaining the volvo. I have a few family members who swear by Volvo, but cost of ownership is staggering. And finally, Volvos arent like they used to be. Subarus are safer for the most part now, probably more reliable, better looking IMHO, and well...modability...I would prefer to mess w/ the Legacy. ..but in the end, it's your call:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I like the S60, and If I bought a Volvo thats probably what I would buy. But I'm tired of crappy reliability, which I believe the Subaru has a better reliability history than the Sweede does. I worked on Volvo's for 9 years at a dealership. After the car get five years old, its 2 grand a year to keep it on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTGT Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 no turbo for quick hp gains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panamajack Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 Bored already? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHLEG Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 no turbo for quick hp gains Huh? It is a turbo car. I agree, tough one. I was going to get the V70R, but got the LGT instead. Evolve makes some nice power packages for these cars...360hp/390ft/lb. via a reflash and turboback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beanboy Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 V70R FTW! http://www.theweekenddrive.com/reviews/pics/v70r.jpg http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/misc/volvo_s60r2.jpg I was at a track day that somebody had a V70R with a few mods... Great car. Too expensive to buy, maintain and mod from the I perspective, but was certainly on the list. -B http://www.standardshift.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 It's a tough call..but I am leaning towards you getting the Volvo.. Love the Spec B..but the Volvo is more pimp...but less reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
93formula Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I personally really dont like the way that the S60R drives. I was going to trade my LGT in for one and when I drove it the steering and seat position just didnt do it for me. After driving it for about 30-40 minutes I never wanna drive one again. I dislike them that much. But I would suggest taking a long drive in both and figure out which you like better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Franz Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 I'll never own a Volvo.. S60R is a nice car but I don't see myself owning one. -Franz The end of a Legacy http://www.youtube.com/th3franz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panamajack Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 how is this a straight up trade anyway? I thought the s60R goes for around 40k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrownBoy Posted May 5, 2006 Share Posted May 5, 2006 how is this a straight up trade anyway? I thought the s60R goes for around 40k. Limited Edition Spec. B appreciating in value. DUH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Once down the dark path you go, forever will it consume you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabius Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 its the R series full time awd as the BOOOBARU? if not whats the point youd own a 360hbs fwd car with rwd assist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWD_Rules3830 Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 I have heard to get it to get even on par with the LGT off the line you have to drop the clutch from the redline partically. KEEP THE SUBARU !!!!! Subaru is just as safe and is much better of a sports car Volvo makes safety boxes, nots sports car .... SUBARU does both !!!:icon_bigg:icon_bigg:icon_bigg I love my car ... basically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfxdave99 Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 http://www.caranddriver.com/roadtests/6848/volvo-s60r-awd.html id say its a worthy compeditor... What i think is stupid is you're probably pissing several thousand dollars down the drain .. thats what i dont get If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough. - Mario Andretti Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Grumpy Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 My son has 2005 S60R that he has had several problems with. The only plus over a LGT is the front seats are more comfortable. Reliability is not good and if you have a problem most dealers do not have the expertise to fix the "R" cars. When you drive the car try the turning circle compared to your LGT. While no car is a good investment, the R devalues like a rock going from 40K new to 30K after one year. There is even talk of canceling the "R" for lack of sales. Check out http://forums.swedespeed.com/zeroforum?id=51 before you purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Grumpy Posted May 6, 2006 Share Posted May 6, 2006 Of course if you do buy the "R" you can get one of their stickers: http://bartonharness.com/volvoprancingshield.jpg I guess they are much better than the prancing horse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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