Volvo. for life.
The old daily. This car replaced the GTI. It was a useful addition to our fleet and had an easy going demeanor. The seats were very comfortable and it was safe and roomy inside, with excellent ride comfort over bumpy roads. One previous owner. Virginia car its whole life so no rust. Underside was very clean. It had 66k miles when purchased second hand and I put another 29k miles on it. Needed a little TLC (it was a used car after all) but would have easily provided us with another 100k miles of use had I not crashed it!
Specs
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price
XC70 3.2 AWD: $37,950
Destination: $850
Engine
B6324S 3.2-liter In-line 6-cylinder ULEV II (Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle rating) Engine
All-Aluminum construction
Double overhead cam-shafts
24 valves with Variable Valve Timing (VCT)
Variable Intake System (VIS) and Cam Profile Shifting (CPS) on the intake camshaft
Electronic engine management system
Three-way catalytic converter with heated oxygen sensor
Max power output: 235 hp at 6200 rpm
Max torque: 236 ft./lbs. at 3200 rpm
Acceleration: 0-60 mph 8.4 sec
Top speed: 130 mph
Fuel consumption, MPG, mixed cycle: 16/22 – 18 combined
Fuel tank: 18.5 US Gallons
Driveline
Aisin AW TF-80SC 6-speed Geartronic Automatic Transmission
Electronically controlled Haldex Generation IV all-wheel drive (AWD) with Instant Traction
Hill Decent Control (HDC)
Chassis
Front suspension with spring struts (McPherson), anti-dive and anti-lift function
Active multi-link independent rear suspension
Anti-roll bars front and rear
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC)
Ground clearance: 8.2 inches
Steering
Power-assisted hydraulic rack and pinion steering
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel column
2.8 turns lock to lock
Brakes
Power-assisted anti-lock disc brakes (ABS), ventilated discs front
Optimized Hydraulic Brakes (OHB) amplifies braking ability during firm braking by using hydraulics to compensate for low vacuum pressure in the brake servo
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) helps you use your brakes to the full in an emergency situation
Ready Alert Brakes (RAB) anticipates severe braking and prepares for it by moving the brake pads closer to the discs
Fading Brake Support (FBS) automatically compensates for the higher pedal forces required after long periods of heavy braking
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) distributes the braking effect between the front and rear wheels to achieve optimal results according to load and driving conditions
Diagonal-split braking system
Power Parking Brake (PPB)
Value
Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance for 3 years, 36,000 miles
Safety
Anti-submarine seats
Cargo security cover
Daytime running lights (halogen semi-sealed with replaceable bulb)
Driver and front passenger supplemental restraint system—multi-threshold air bags
Intelligent Driver Information System (IDIS)
Illuminated side marker lights/turn signal indicators
Immobilizer, encrypted ignition key
Inflatable side curtain (IC)
ISOFIX baby/child seat attachment system
Rear fog light with auto-off
Safe approach and home safe lighting
Seat belts: five, 3-point inertia-reel belts with automatic pretensioners; front belts have height adjustment
Seat belt reminder
Security system
Side impact air bags for driver and front passenger (SIPS bags IITM)
Side impact protection system (SIPS)
Top-tether child seat anchorage capability
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Whiplash protection seating system (WHIPS)
Interior
Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror
Bluetooth handsfree system
Central power door locks with remote control, tailgate and fuel filler door locks
Cruise control
Cup holders (8)
Dual-zone electronic climate control (ECC)
Five padded head restraints
Four reading lights
Front 12-volt power outlet
Front center armrest
Front door-panel storage pockets
Front seat-back storage pockets
High Performance Audio System with In-dash CD 8 speakers
Illuminated lockable glove compartment
Illuminated vanity mirrors in driver/front passenger sun visors
Interior cabin light delay
Leather-clad steering wheel
Leather-clad gear lever knob
Leather Seating surfaces
Luggage/cargo area lights
Outside temperature gauge
Power-adjustable driver seat, 8-way with 3-position memory and lumbar support
Power Passenger seat
Power windows with driver and passenger auto up/down with anti-trap feature
Rear seat ventilation outlets on B-pillar
Rear window defroster with automatic timer
Sirius Satellite Prep
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with illuminated cruise and audio controls
Two entry lights (in front door footwells)
UXB and AUX input
XC Seat and door panel stitching
XC Floor mats
40/20/40 split-flat folding rear seat
Exterior
Front and rear skid plates
Front fog lights
Power-adjustable heated exterior rearview mirrors
XC Body trim
XC Grille
XC Roof rails
16x7 et50 Cecino alloy wheels
Colors
Exterior Color 472 Oyster Grey metallic
Interior Trim F101 Leather Offblack upholstery
Climate Package
Heated front seats
Headlamp washers
Heated windshield washer nozzles
Rainsensor windshield wipers
Blue band windshield (3.2 only)
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)
Humidity sensor for Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
Premium Package
Power glass moonroof
Leather seating surfaces
Power passenger seat
Modern wood trim center console and door panel inserts
Accessory Equipment
WeatherTech FloorLiner DigitalFit floor mats front and rear
History
2009/11/13 - Manufactured by Volvo Cars Coporation (Volvo Personvagnar AB) at the Torslandaverken factory, located in Torslanda on the island of Hisingen, in Gothenburg Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden.
2009/12/11 - Vehicle exported from Sweden, imported to Baltimore, Maryland.
2009/12/18 - 7 - Pre-delivery inspection completed, safety inspection performed.
2009/12/31 - 31 - Sold to first owner by Don Beyer Volvo - Dulles in Sterling, Virginia.
2010/09/29 - 7,459 - Volvo recommended 7,500 mile service.
2010/12/09 - 10,988 - Virginia safety inspection.
2011/02/08 - 15,168 - Volvo recommended 15,000 mile service.
2011/07/22 - 22,305 - Volvo recommended 22,500 mile service.
2011/12/01 - 28,360 - Virginia emissions inspection.
2012/01/12 - 29,561 - Volvo recommended 30,000 mile service. Wiper(s) replaced. Transmission checked.
2012/07/25 - 36,796 - Volvo recommended 37,500 mile service. Computer module replaced.
2012/10/03 - 41,024 - Electrical system checked.
2013/02/21 - 44,419 - Volvo recommended 45,000 mile service.
2013/03/07 - 44,643 - Electrical system checked.
2013/11/04 - 52,292 - Passed emissions inspection.
2013/11/06 - 52,316 - Volvo recommended 52,500 mile service. Virginia safety inspection. Wiper(s) replaced.
2014/07/24 - 59,753 - Volvo recommended 60,000 mile service performed. Emblem replaced.
2015/05/27 - 66,780 - Volvo recommended 67,500 mile service. Install four new Continental 4x4 Contact P215/65R16 tires. Install new brake pads. Brake rotors turned.
2015/05/28 - 66,791 - Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale at Rosenthal Volvo in Fairfax, Virginia.
2015/05/30 - 66,792 - Virginia emissions inspection.
2015/08/09 - 66,845 - Sold to second owner (me!) by Rosenthal Volvo in Fairfax, Virginia.
2015/08/21 - 66,975 - Install WeatherTech FloorLiner DigitalFit floor mats front and rear.
2015/09/07 - 67,065 - Install silk metal steering wheel decor.
2015/10/20 - 68,165 - Install Bosch Icon windshield wipers.
2015/11/15 - 69,140 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulbs.
2016/04/26 - Paintless dent removal (PDR) on driver side rear passenger door. Touch up paint applied to paint chip before Opti-Coat treatment. Interior detail. Full exterior detail. Opti-Coat Pro Plus ceramic paint protection treatment. Opti-Coat Pro treatment on alloy wheel faces. Opti-Glass Pro treatment on windshield. Opti-Trim Protect treatment on exterior plastic trim.
2016/05/05 - 74,061 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulbs.
2016/05/17 - 74,335 - Volvo recommended 75,000 mile service. Automatic transmission fluid flush. Virginia state safety inspection. Rear disc brake rotors and pads replaced. Brake booster vacuum pump resealed to repair oil leak.
2016/09/26 - 80,483 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulb passenger side.
2016/10/23 - 81,331 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulb driver side.
2016/11/11 - 81,983 - Volvo recommended 82,500 mile service. Rear wiper blade replaced.
2017/02/06 - 85,001 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulb passenger side.
2017/03/03 - 85,956 - Front disc brake rotors and pads replaced.
2017/05/18 - 88,555 - Volvo recommended 90,000 mile service. Virginia state safety inspection. Virginia emissions inspection.
2017/10/18 - 93,508 - Install Sylvania SilverStar ULTRA H11 low beam headlamp bulb driver side.
2017/12/09 - 95,598 - Volvo recommended 97,500 mile service. Rotate and balance tires.
2017/12/12 - 95,620 - Involved in frontal collision.
2017/12/20 - 95,645 - Declared a total loss by insurance.
2017/12/28 - 95,645 - Accepted total loss insurance settlement. Vehicle sold to Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. for salvage.
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