- Seller: David B (Contact)
- Location: Middletown, Connecticut
- Mileage: 187,700 Shown
- Chassis #: 56D5Y2677808
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 2.4-Liter Inline-5 Turbo
- Transmission: 5-Speed AT-AWD
Listed on Barn Finds, this 2000 Volvo V70 XC Turbo Wagon offers the best of both worlds: a long history of careful ownership and an impressive list of mechanical upgrades. Located in Middletown, Connecticut, this all-wheel-drive turbo wagon has covered 187,700 miles but has been meticulously maintained by an owner who knows cars and takes pride in keeping them running right.
The seller originally bought the Volvo in 2008 for his father, when it had only 50,000 miles. It was chosen for its reputation for safety, traction, and long-distance reliability, perfect for regular family trips between Connecticut and Vermont. After about a decade of dependable service, the seller’s father stopped driving, and the car became the seller’s business vehicle for the past seven years. Throughout that time, every 5,000 miles meant a Mobil 1 synthetic oil change, and only quality Wix, NAPA Gold, or Mahle filters were used.
Mechanically, this Volvo has seen major care and thoughtful upgrades. Nearly every wearable component has been replaced or improved, including a rebuilt alternator, new timing belt, water pump, motor mounts, coil packs, spark plugs, and suspension parts from respected names like IPD and Moog. It also sports IPD performance brakes, a 3-inch stainless exhaust system, and Nivomat rear self-leveling shocks. The undercarriage has been treated twice with New Hampshire rustproofing coatings, and the seller confirms there is no rust on the body or frame, just minor surface rust on some suspension components.
Under the hood, the 2.4-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine produces over 200 horsepower, sending power to all four wheels through a 5-speed automatic transmission. The AWD system is said to work correctly, and the car remains strong and smooth at highway speeds.
Inside, the leather interior shows typical wear for its age, with a split on the driver’s bolster and light cracking elsewhere. All the electrical systems reportedly function as they should—heated seats, air conditioning, power accessories, and sunroof—though the seller notes a security ring issue that occasionally requires a restart attempt before firing up. The fix will require a dealer reprogram, but the car runs reliably once started.
Included with the sale are spare coils, sensors, headlights, filters, and a new turbo pipe kit, along with a digital owner’s manual. The asking price is $2,800 or best offer, and the seller welcomes inquiries for additional photos, videos, or a viewing appointment.
For anyone seeking a safe, capable, and enthusiast-maintained AWD wagon with a documented history, this Volvo represents genuine value and old-school Swedish durability.
Would you keep this well-sorted turbo wagon as a dependable daily, or turn it into a full-on enthusiast project?
Definitely a fan, and with family in Middletown, this is intriguing. Biggest question – with 188k miles, how old is the turbo? Knew a few that failed. GLWTA.
I’ve never replaced the turbo in the 130,000+ miles I’ve had it. The turbo oil line was replaced a few years ago. The old one was getting rusty, so preventative maintenance.
I own this one, any questions please don’t hesitate to ask.
What was the cause of that large damaged area on the drivers side rear of the car? Can you also give more details on IPD and other updates? Thank you
We don’t know what caused that rippled metal on the rear most driver side. Nothing on the carfax about an accident or damage.. so, who knows.
The performance bits include drilled/slotted rotors, IPD calipers, upgraded projector headlights and 110W high beams, the cat is an IPD upgrade and the rest of the exhaust came from Viva Performance ( stainless, 3″ diameter from the cat back to the dual mufflers, the outlets are 2.5″), the air filter is a K&N style, oilable filter from IPD (it comes in Volvo blue as opposed to red) and many of the hoses under the hood are silicon IPD upgrades.
I am always surprised Volvo did not build these in Middletown, CT. 75% of those built must have ended up within a 500 mile radius of Middletown.
Lots of Saabs also back in the day.
I just made a deal with Dave…..the car will soon be coming north to New Hampshire to join the 12 Saabs and the ’75 Volvo 164…….
staying true to the wagonman name applied by neighbors; after 20 yrs w/the white car here (mine, a silver a 240 wagon) it was retired (beyond the beyond- 350K mi). Simultaneously I moved to a home w/a very steep drive (NE snows) so tried the 850, same color as above-listed due to FWD & as satisfied “repeat customer”…
NO comparison. Like other european co (MB, SAAB, more) that had done the mrkt eval “better go up-scale to stay” in ushay. They failed @ what they had done best, make an affordable solid car. The 850 was (less than) 1/2 the car the 240 was. Not sure on it’s variant (“XC”). I had some friends lauding all the 740s, but like other companies one must look closely at the models not just the company.
Looks like a well maintained car. Typical wear areas: seats,steering wheel, door panels coming unglued,etc.Mileage should not be a problem.
I just sold my 850t,w/ 293k miles. Original transmission,turbo,catalytic converter,exhaust. NO rust, even with Marylands salt brine and crystals. Clear coat failing due to it being non garaged.
These are desirable wagons.
Best.
I have owned 13 Volvo wagons to date, and currently drive a 2014 XC70 T6. 2 of my wagons were V70XC’s, both 1999’s. They both had major transmission problems at about 200K, in which the car would no longer reverse. Both required transmission rebuilds. The other issue was the fuel pump failed around 220K, and was a $1200 repair since there is no access panel under the rear seat in this car. The the rear suspension must be removed to replace the pump. I am somewhat disappointed in this particular model because of the problems mentioned above, and since I have logged over 350K on my 95 850 and P2 XC70’s with no major problems. With that being said, this seems like a well maintained V70XC, and at $2800 is still a good deal even if you have a transmission or fuel pump problem.
I just replaced the fuel pump and sender ;>)
We did NOT remove the tank and suspension, we trimmed the metal in front of it, bent it forward, removed the old, replaced with the new pump and secured and sealed the “flap”. Put the insulation, carpet and seats back in place. If you don’t include the time we took deciding on whether to drop the tank or cut the flap, it ended up only taking about 2 hours. Only cost was the $400 for the pump.
I have changed the trans oil twice under my stewardship and have maintained it well. Hopefully SaabGirl won’t have any issues. Good thing – she understands Swedes .. LOL
You cut a hole in the floor under the rear seat??
We did what the factory should have done and created an access hatch. We cut from the top down, so the seat hinge is still secured.
Now, if the pump goes again, one simply cuts the seal, removes the screws holding it in place, leans the access panel forward and removes/installs the next one.
The most difficult part will be taking the interior apart. It won’t be a $1200 cost.
I’ve even included the fuel pump removal tool in with the various spare parts that go with the car. 👍🏼