When did the Volvo 850 t 5R come out?
Although most 850 models used a 2.4-liter 5-cylinder with 170 horsepower from the car’s launch in 1993, Volvo also offered a 2.3-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder with 222 horses beginning in 1994. Then, in 1995, Volvo came out with the performance model — the T-5R. The T-5R was offered as a sedan or a wagon, though the wagon is considerably rarer.
What kind of outlet does a Volvo 850 have?
Conical outlet flange (94-95 850 turbo, 95 850 T5-R), straight outlet flange (96-97 850 R, T5 and GLT, 98 model S70 R, T5, And GLT), and angled outlet flange (All cars 99+ excluding the newer cars with KKK turbos).
What kind of engine does a Volvo T5 have?
Overview: The engines in these cars (850 turbos, T5’s, T5-R’s, and R’s, as well as all 70-series T5’s [may mention early V70R’s], all of which will be referred to as the HPT turbo cars as they are mechanically very similar) are 2.3 liter 20 valve DOHC designs, with a stock turbocharger and settings as follows:
What kind of Turbo does a HPT 850R have?
All HPT 850’s received TD04HL-15G turbos, with stock boost for turbo and T5 models set at 9.6 psi, and T5-R and R models at 10.5 psi (stock hp are 222 and 240, respectively). (The European manual transmission 850R received a 16T turbo)
In the spring of 1996, Volvo introduced a new high-performance version of the 850 that was designed as a replacement for the widely successful T-5R. Originally, the T-5R was intended as a limited edition model with no successor, but due to its success, Volvo decided to create a new high-performance model.
What kind of interior does a Volvo 850R have?
The interior is always black in the T-5R and was finished with a wooden trim (called Burlet Black Walnut) around the instrument panel, floor console panels and on the gear shift selector. The interior trim of my Volvo 850 T-5R, but all the interiors of the T-5R are the same.
When did they start making the Volvo t5r?
Production of the T5R started in August 1994 and ended in July 1995. For some markets the car was available in 1994 but some markets had to wait until March 1995. To recognise a T-5R by the VIN-code: look for the VIN-plate under the hood.
What’s the difference between the 850 plus 5 and the 850R?
Fortunately the ridicilous name “850 plus 5” was changed to “850 T-5R” (not T5R or T5-R, the badge really says “T-5R”) a few months later. Some say the R refers to the 850 Racing (which was used in the BTCC) but others think the R refers to R-Sport (which was used in the Group A touring cars and rallysport).
Is the Volvo T-5R homologation for the BTCC?
Many people believe the T-5R is a homologation car for Volvo to enter the BTCC (British Touring Car Championship) but it’s not: Volvo was already racing with the 850 Estate in the BTCC before the T-5R was presented.
Where can I buy a used Volvo 850?
Gumtree lets you pick from various used Volvo 850 cars from private sellers, ranging from anywhere between £999 and £12,995 depending on specifications. Which transmission options are available on Volvo 850 cars? The most common transmission option available on Volvo 850 cars currently listed on Gumtree is manual.
What are the features of the Volvo 850?
When it launched, the 850 introduced four unique innovations; the newly developed five-cylinder transverse engine, the Delta-link rear axle, Side Impact Protection System (SIPS), and self-adjusting seatbelt reel for the front seats. Compared to cars from other European brands, the 850 series was fairly sedate & safe.
What’s the full spool speed of a Volvo 850 t5r?
Full spool is reached at about 4200 Rpms I was using it as a daily driver for a last 2 monts and didn’t have any issues. AC work great , factory sound system still works good. Body isn’t perfect car has mostly original paint. It was involved in 2 fender benders . Light damage. Front bumper has some cracks . This T5r is a rocket ship on a highway .
What kind of leather is in Volvo T-5R?
Volvo co-developed the T-5R with Porsche and to celebrate their co-operation the sides of the seats were finished in graphite/grey Amaretta (suede that feels like Alcantara but is slightly thinner) with a leather material in the middle.
What’s the difference between a T-5R and 850R?
The new ecu added 1,3 psi (0,1 bar) extra pressure to the turbocharger, which give the car 240bhp (18 horsepower more than the normal 850 T-5) and 300nm (221lb-ft) torque. But this increased power was only available for 7 seconds.