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Slammed89Integra · 10-18-2005, 02:36 PM

I'm really getting uninterested in my prelude. Its dull, and I don't have money to modifyit much. I haven't even bought an intake for it, and I just pulled the system I had in it out the other day, as I'm afraid it'll get jacked up here at college. So I've been looking into something a little more roomy, and would be about as quick.

Now I've been doing some searching and research and I came across volvo's. My friend's dad has a few, loves them to death, and has had only good experiences with them. My mom had one years ago, it was an awesome car but was getting tired so we traded it in on the minivan we have now.

I'm looking into a mid-90's 850 T5 or T5R or maybe even an S60 R of some sort. It has to be a five speed, but I'm not sure if there are many. If anyone has any good info on volvo's please let me in on them. So what does everyone think?

micah · 10-18-2005, 04:28 PM

i love the shit out of them, been getting into them pretty hardcore, plan on buying an 06 s40 t5 come springtime.

http://www.volvoforums.com/
http://swedespeed.com/
http://www.smallvolvos.com/index.php
http://evolvecars.com/
http://volvospeed.com/volvo_performance.php
http://volvotuning.com/

not alot of info out about them, easier to find stuff for the older ones like 850's. some videos on streetfire.net

hard to find aftermarket support in america.

reikoshea · 10-18-2005, 04:31 PM

im soooo getting an 850 GLT and changing the turbo...my next $800 project...ive been planning it forever.

Drake · 10-18-2005, 04:55 PM

My brother has the non turbo 850. Its a 93 I think. I went and looked at a 96 850GLT (the turbo model) and it was freakin pricey. Volvo's are pretty damn hardcore. There isnt a ton of state side companies that make parts for them but there are a few places that make shit for them. My brother bought all of his parts through http://www.ipdusa.com/ He spent about 1000 dollars on the suspension and it handels pretty damn well for a heavy car.

My cousin owns a 240 turbo and that this is pretty damn quick. His dad also has a 240 Waggon that is fully restored. I think he is boosting 15 or so pounds. Now that thing is a sleeper. Like mentioned above www.volvospeed.com is a pretty good place for info Ive checked it out a few times. If you do get into Volvo's hit the fourms there are a few guys out there that are known all over for there Volvo's and they visit a few of the fourms frequintly. Either way best of luck to you. If you have any other questions I can get ahold of my brother and ask him for you.

Seany-izzle · 10-18-2005, 05:03 PM

they are tanks. if someone hits you, youll get about 10% of the damage and theyll get the other 90%. but as far as speed is concerned... ehhhhhh....

NissanNiNjA2nd · 10-18-2005, 05:05 PM

850 turbo with small upgrades.... WINS!

SlushboxTeggy · 10-18-2005, 05:13 PM

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Seany-izzle @ Oct 18 2005, 05:03 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
they are tanks. if someone hits you, youll get about 10% of the damage and theyll get the other 90%. but as far as speed is concerned... ehhhhhh....
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the new ones with turbos are pretty fast for a stock car. thank a summer of valet parking

92civicb18b1 · 10-18-2005, 05:26 PM

yep the newer ones are quick. The older turbo models can be made quick. And they're prety strong in all aspects. The older interior isn't the nicest but it's a good car.

get one and do some suspension work and its a nice little auto-x car.

irhavok · 10-18-2005, 06:14 PM

www.turbobricks.com

reikoshea · 10-18-2005, 10:58 PM

my dad had a 240 non turbo, and i ran that bitch over a pile on...he thought i bottomed the car out because the plastic thingy that covers the engine was gone (cannot remember what its called for the life of me...like skid plate or something)

10-18-2005, 02:36 PM	#1
Slammed89Integra Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Washington Age: 21 Posts: 7,080 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2007 Scion TC, 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 600 Rep Power: 101	I'm really getting uninterested in my prelude. Its dull, and I don't have money to modifyit much. I haven't even bought an intake for it, and I just pulled the system I had in it out the other day, as I'm afraid it'll get jacked up here at college. So I've been looking into something a little more roomy, and would be about as quick. Now I've been doing some searching and research and I came across volvo's. My friend's dad has a few, loves them to death, and has had only good experiences with them. My mom had one years ago, it was an awesome car but was getting tired so we traded it in on the minivan we have now. I'm looking into a mid-90's 850 T5 or T5R or maybe even an S60 R of some sort. It has to be a five speed, but I'm not sure if there are many. If anyone has any good info on volvo's please let me in on them. So what does everyone think? __________________ When this is all over I think we should get an apartment together.

10-18-2005, 04:28 PM	#2
micah Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: panama city beach, florida Posts: 3,519 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 47	i love the shit out of them, been getting into them pretty hardcore, plan on buying an 06 s40 t5 come springtime. http://www.volvoforums.com/ http://swedespeed.com/ http://www.smallvolvos.com/index.php http://evolvecars.com/ http://volvospeed.com/volvo_performance.php http://volvotuning.com/ not alot of info out about them, easier to find stuff for the older ones like 850's. some videos on streetfire.net hard to find aftermarket support in america. __________________ god called in sick today

10-18-2005, 05:03 PM	#5
Seany-izzle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: In a fucking house. Age: 24 Posts: 7,755 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 94	they are tanks. if someone hits you, youll get about 10% of the damage and theyll get the other 90%. but as far as speed is concerned... ehhhhhh.... __________________ My name is Sean.

10-18-2005, 05:13 PM	#7
SlushboxTeggy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: New Jersey Age: 22 Posts: 5,477 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 1997 Integra Rep Power: 116	<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Seany-izzle @ Oct 18 2005, 05:03 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'> they are tanks. if someone hits you, youll get about 10% of the damage and theyll get the other 90%. but as far as speed is concerned... ehhhhhh.... [/b][/quote] the new ones with turbos are pretty fast for a stock car. thank a summer of valet parking __________________ Goals for '08 -Beach body circa '03(about there) -Make the Integra better(got some parts) -Buy a 80s bike(not yet) -Tattoo #3(and #4-planning) RIP Shaunie T. O'Reilly- 1986-2006 I lost a brother and a part of myself. I know the wound may never heal. I will carry you with me until we meet again

10-18-2005, 05:26 PM	#8
92civicb18b1 The Trisexual Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The asshole of the USA, New Jersey Age: 21 Posts: 8,859 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2007 Civic, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rep Power: 121	yep the newer ones are quick. The older turbo models can be made quick. And they're prety strong in all aspects. The older interior isn't the nicest but it's a good car. get one and do some suspension work and its a nice little auto-x car. __________________ DO NOT PM ME WITH TECH QUESTIONS!!! Current Rides 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee =I love this truck 2007 Civic =Not sure what the future holds for this Previous 1992 Civic DX Hatch = 1994 B18B1 Turbo Rebuilt Garrett .60/.48 T3, log style mani and DIY downpipe, DSM 440's, kteller IC piping, JRC Intercooler, Home Depot style oil lines, HKS BOV, Crome Tuned, 253whp 1994 Civic VX Hatch, 1992 b18a1 swap 1993 Civic CX Hatch, 2000 B18b1


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10-18-2005, 04:55 PM	#4
Drake Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: South Eastern, WA Age: 22 Posts: 1,700 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 1991 Crx Rep Power: 53	My brother has the non turbo 850. Its a 93 I think. I went and looked at a 96 850GLT (the turbo model) and it was freakin pricey. Volvo's are pretty damn hardcore. There isnt a ton of state side companies that make parts for them but there are a few places that make shit for them. My brother bought all of his parts through http://www.ipdusa.com/ He spent about 1000 dollars on the suspension and it handels pretty damn well for a heavy car. My cousin owns a 240 turbo and that this is pretty damn quick. His dad also has a 240 Waggon that is fully restored. I think he is boosting 15 or so pounds. Now that thing is a sleeper. Like mentioned above www.volvospeed.com is a pretty good place for info Ive checked it out a few times. If you do get into Volvo's hit the fourms there are a few guys out there that are known all over for there Volvo's and they visit a few of the fourms frequintly. Either way best of luck to you. If you have any other questions I can get ahold of my brother and ask him for you.

10-18-2005, 05:05 PM	#6
NissanNiNjA2nd Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,515 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 31	850 turbo with small upgrades.... WINS!

10-18-2005, 06:14 PM	#9
irhavok Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 59 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 9	www.turbobricks.com __________________ EG + h22 Euro R = win