I seem to have acquired this on my trip to the rubbish tip today.

Dark blue, 1999 I'm told, five speed manual, no sunroof, Dolby (center dash speaker thing?) faded clearcoat in several small patches, no accidents but numerous minor flaws. Semi dismantled interior to get at the fuel pump, but looks ok. I'm told 240km with a fully rebuilt engine (recent) after a belt failure ... but who knows. The owner is older and said he cannot finish the project. Not written off, but unregistered. Runs.

I was interested in the manual gearbox for my V70, but perhaps this is a dumb idea if they are a rare car? Is the 2.4T model anything special, I have not driven or seen them. Does anybody know if if it's worth keeping intact as a potential project for someone? I still don't like seeing cars destroyed for the sake of a couple of parts if they are otherwise a good thing.

Great car! And the 1999 is best with a manual as the auto was a 5sp one that was rubbish compared to the previous 4sp one.

Looks good , is it black or beige interior?

Whats the cost?

Beige. I paid $500. Thanks for the model feedback.

Is the manual and clutch reliable, or a costly exercise?

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    Beige. I paid $500. Thanks for the model feedback.

    Is the manual and clutch reliable, or a costly exercise?

    No more than any other P80 type Volvo , if its had a good service history do a "stage 0" on it and include the things that dont get done in service unless the owner is rich , suspension bushes all over etc , the clutch is strong , you can put an R or T5 ECU in it and reap some more boost and not worry , maybe put white injectors in to help , that motor is way better at power upgrades than the 2.3 of the higher boost motor in the T5 and R , I had a manual boost controller on an auto V70T 1998 4spd auto and it went like a rocket no matter how much I boosted it , a fantastic fun thing way more so than an 850R I had before!

      It's more uncommon than rare, but it is a desirable spec - manual turbo wagon is always a sought-after spec for Volvo enthusiasts. A T5 or R would be more desirable but also don't sell for $500.

      The gearbox will be fine. They're a very robust box and don't give dramas until you are well above standard power levels. Clutches are generally fine. Old dual mass flywheels love to shudder in certain circumstances, but will keep working.

      Electronic throttle is the most likely PITA, depending on whether it is a 'true' 99 model or just a 98 model with a 99 compliance plate.

      Most definitely something to keep in one piece. The only real difference between this and a T5 is that the T5 got the 2.3 litre 5 cylinder that made about an extra 50hp over the 2.4 litre. That being said it will still be a very good driver especially with the manual. I had a 97 T5 that was an auto and when it died I converted it to manual and the difference was night and day. The dual mass flywheel is a dream to drive in stop and go traffic and no problem towing 3 dirtbikes on an old heavy steel box trailer.

      If it were me then depending on its condition I would clean it up and drive it. They are wonderful cars and thats saying something for me as I pretty much exclusively stick with the RWD Volvo's. The 2.4T will have more than enough poke but if you are hell bent on swapping something then the logical swap would be to find a B5234T3 to swap out the 2.4T. Then you will have a very capable daily/cruiser on your hands.

      Spac is right in that they are more uncommon than rare but regardless of the perceived rarity are a good thing. These P80 threads make me miss mine!

      Definitely a good daily as the manual as stated above not hard work in stop go traffic. Sounds like a bargain with caveat it needs P80 front end wear and tear items done unless your lucky and the PO has already sorted.

      Rare and uncommon but not sought after however manual T5 is always easy to sell. Less project and more a cheap fun that will also handle the long loads from IKEA.

      5 days later

      Thankyou everyone for the advice. It sounds like I should have a good look at it when I collect it to make the best decision. Hopefully I will have it in a couple of days. Its been ages since I saw even an 850 or v70 on the road in Tassie, and older Volvo's are much rarer. Hard to tell what is common in the bigger world.

      I got it with interest in reviving my old 98v702.5t that has been parked for eight years due to an engine failure. I have an excellent replacement engine, however I always liked the idea of a manual version. I Ioved the car back in the day. Factory power level is fine from my perspective ... compared to a 142 or a Toyota diesel work van.

      This one is really nice, maybe take any parts off the other one to make this one perfect, salvage and keep lots of clips and screws,the dash and modules etc maybe the tailgate and good doors as all of it is exxy to find good now,so keep a stash for yourself

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