How many Volvo C70s were made in the US?
The total number of cars produced with the signature saffron pearl metallic paint was reportedly 145 There was no 2005 model C70 in North America, the 2004 left over models were sold into 2005 there. 72,000 first generation C70s were produced in the seven years up to 2006, fewer than 50,000 were convertibles.
When did the Volvo C70 retractable hardtop come out?
The C70 retractable hardtop replaces its predecessors two models: both the convertible and the coupé, the latter which had been absent from Volvo’s lineup since 2003. The retractable hardtop went on sale in the U.S. in spring 2006.
How many Volvos were sold in the US?
Volvo Cars of North America reported that 24,948 Convertibles were sold in the US, plus 6,465 Coupes. Of those US Coupes, 603 had the 2.3 liter engine with high pressure turbo (T5) and the M56 5-speed manual transmission. It’s believed only 135 of the C70 T5M coupes painted “Saffron” made it to the US market.
Why does the Volvo C70 have a curtain?
The curtain has an extra stiff construction with double rows of slats that are slightly offset from each other. This allows them to remain upright and offer effective head protection even with the window open. The curtain also deflates slowly to provide protection should the car roll over.
What kind of engine does a Volvo B5204 have?
The B5204T2 is a 2.0 L (1,984 cc) straight-five. Bore is 81 mm (3.2 in) and stroke is 77 mm (3.0 in) with a compression ratio of 8.4:1. It is turbocharged and intercooled with a power output of 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) at 5700 rpm, and produces 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) of torque at 2100–5400 rpm. It is equipped with Bosch Motronic 4.4 engine management.
When did Volvo stop using the Modular engine?
The system was discontinued after model year 1996. In 1995 with the launch of the Volvo S40 the four-cylinder B4184S and B4204S engines were released. The same year Volvo shared the B4204S and B5244S engines with Renault, who used them in the Laguna and Safrane models under the name N7Q and N7U.
How big is the trunk in a Volvo C70?
Trunk space is 13 cubic feet with the top raised (368.12 l) and seven cubic feet (198.22 l) with the top lowered. A hatch in the backrest of the rear seat enables transport of long objects inside the car, e.g., skis. Overall body rigidity is improved by approximately 15 percent when the roof is raised. * With Polestar Performance Software.