can someone rödpill me on Volvo's Inline-5 turbo engine?

>>16679913
I too want to know this

Turbos leak. Engine is pretty solid tho. Why do u ask?

>>16679964
I saw a t5 turbo on craigslist for like 3.5k, don't know what I'm getting into though. fugging jaguar is blasting a hole in my pocket atm

https://providence.craigslist.org/cto/6004656984.html

will probably buy this on sunday, am i making a huge mistake & buying a money pit?

>>16679913
>>16679942
Very fun cars, I learned to drive on my mothers 97' v70 T5 wagon. That thing hauls ass for a wagon.

Be aware: If the head gasket goes, you are in for a world of hurt. The head is an unusual two piece design that requires a special tool to properly position the camshafts. It's a nightmare of a job, nothing you will want to DIY.

Aside from that, surprisingly powerful engine. I got around 19-21mpg in that wagon hooning it.

>>16680886
I can't imagine that engine in that small of a car after driving the wagon, I've always wanted to drive one.

Stay with FWD (Or if you go old, RWD). I've heard a number of bad things about volvo's AWD system (late 90s/early 2000s).

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>>16680002
thats too high. i got mine for 2200 and it was a decent one. 259xxx km. This was 3 years ago

>>16679913

They sound good, are reliable, and make a good amount of power, simple to tune, and there's also a decent little aftermarket for them.

>>16680002
>>16681256

Agreed on the price being high. The only way its worth 3.5k is if its perfect. I'd say a T5 is worth 2-3k

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>>16679913
mechanically? yeah, they seem solid.

electrically? fuck no, this is VAG standard electronic nightmare.

>>16680886
That seems like a great deal. Mileage is a bit higher than others but it's great. Pcv issues are very common, it'll make whistling noises. If it does, take the dipstick out when the car is running. If the noise goes away than it needs a new oil filter trap/housing with new rubber lines. Easier said then done, but that's the only major flaw. Other stuff like worn bushing and, hesitant starts are common but fixable, forums have ton of shit on that. I'd say you should get the car

>>16679913
>Volvo
>Is it reliable

>>16680961
Apparently the C30 T5 isn't as fast as you'd expect it to be. Or practical, for that matter.

>>16682230
Volvos were reliable until Ford bought them, now theyre owned by the gooks and not much better.

I have a 2006 S40 T5 AWD. It's a love/hate relationship. A very fun car to drive when it works, insanely comfortable seats, but it's probably in the shop 3 times a year for some random $1,000 repair.

>>16682512
Like what repairs? I have the exact same but am 05, the only issue i have is the dam hesitation start. I changed the sensor but i still have it so i think it's the fuel pump check valve that isn't holding