Volvo 850R - No Reserve

Volvo 850R

“Iconic” is vastly overused to describe many modern classics - but few can dispute applying that to what Volvo did to the 850 when they took it racing

In touring car racing, it was never necessarily a dominant performer but few cars captured public affection the way the Volvo did with the performance version of soccer mum's sedan and wagon -the 850"R"

Australia's most famous racing driver, Peter Brock (05), drove this works 850 in the Australian Super Touring Championship against the dominant Audi's & BMWs. Later in 1996, Jim Richards (the rain master) drove the 850 at a Bathurst support event, giving Volvo their first Australian Super Touring victory. 

Porsche helped with tweaks to its suspension and the design of the interior, which featured dark grey leather, synthetic suede and wood inlays. In the 1996 R version, the 2.3 engine wielded 247bhp thanks to a larger Garrett turbo with improved engine management to reduce turbo lag and a more efficient intercooler. A limited-slip diff on the five-speed manual version helped the car, again offered in saloon and estate forms, to achieve 0-62mph in 6.7sec.

This Example

This is an especially clean and straight Australian delivered original example with extensive service records to provide a great driver standard car but one that could easily be set aside for future appreciation.

These are rare and true enthusiasts will see the potential in this modern classic. Any mid 90’s performance salon from Europe or  Holden/Ford these days are becoming highly collectible and the Volvo is a stand out given unique design and racing pedigree:

1. Originality - down to the hero colour original paint 
2. Service records - extensive records documenting comprehensive preservation including:

• 2016 turbo replaced; wastegate; heater and hoses
• 2016 Pirelli tyres
• 2016 pads; headlight bulbs
• 2016 cam belt replaced;
• 2016 power steering rack; drive shaft nd seals
• 2017 4X rotors
• 2018 recharge air
• 2021 major suspension overhaul including shocls, engine mounts, sway bars, bushes; wheel alignment
• 2021 alternator; battery; rear rotors
• 2016; 2017; 2018; 2021 minor service

Find another one - totally usable alternative to M5 or e55 of the day

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