Time for a new engine -maybe

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

That is inline with the theme of what we are doing with Project T5 - do you keep her or let her go. So you drop $5k into your S70 and drive it for another 50k miles, with hopefully just a few hundred more bucks here and there over that time frame.

Its probably not worth more than $500-1000 as a shell and $3-5k with a solid motor. But what is it worth to you? Could you find something else for $5k and know as much about it as you do about your S70? Are you just tired of the repairs and want to thrown in the towel?

Its an emotional decision to keep it or let it go. As my intro article to Project T5 eluded, it comes down to your personality type and if you've had enough repairs. Financially, its probably the least expensive route vs a new car or slightly used car that has low enough miles to give you peace of mind for the next few years.

At the end of the day - you know what you have and have into the S70. You also know what you don't have. The $5k for a motor would be a nice down payment on a new car, especially with the incentives available. That same $5k can keep your baby going a few more years, is she worth it?

Can I be first in line for your Dynaudio speakers?

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe ([email protected])

That is the Dilema. I love the car. And I added up the receipts so far. two years ago I bought the car for 8K. SInce then I have redone the suspension, brakes, stereo, and purchased (and redone) BBS Tritons. So far total invest is over 14k! What's another 4k when your this far in? I could recoup more than 5-6k if I sold it. So for everything else there is Mastercard

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

Hey Chris,
How do I go about getting my car "Swedespeed project car" status and funding dollars diverted?

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (pelicanflyt)

I will give due consideration to the fun factor once I get over the cost factor

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

I say keep it. Looking at what you have put into her, you will have a hard time finding a replacement with such mods.

I guess you could swap your mods, but that would take time and maybe have other issues.

You know what you have, you love your ride, and now you will get a hotter motor, oh yeah I'd keep it http://********************/smile/emthup.gif

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

Drop another $2k on OEM front seat covers and give your interior a refresh

Re: Volvonomics

BMW is offering a new 2009 328i AT for $419/mo (x 24 = $10,056) plus $4744 cash due at signing = $14,800.

But would you have had as much fun?

Plus, you own the car.

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

Nice to hear you decided to keep it.

Please don't change your mind (or run over yourself ), and put it up for sale for $15K in a few months!

Those ads do provide a lot (2 words! ) of , though!

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (Taleof2Bricks2)


I think Hussein is hoping his wife forgives the car and lets him keep it.

My fear is that I will get into a wreck the moment I pull away from the shop.

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (PM)

Time to resurrect this topic and give you all the exciting update - i get my baby back from the engine shop Monday!!!! This process has been long and aggravating at times, but after 16 weeks is finally coming to an end. Over the next week I will be summarizing costs, content and my personal nail biting experiences. Now for some crappy cell phone pics.



Everyone has been asking so what"s different about your build? Well, not too much except I do not know of very many people willing to try 25 +psi on a 19t which maxes out the volumetric charts. I can't wait!!!!!!

Re: Time for a new engine -maybe (heavyiron)

Glad you kept it. Makes me fell better knowing that I'm not the only one that decided to drop more money on an older car and stay debt free. Do yourself a favor and don't add up the receipts. You'll save yourself a headache and the desire to trade the car in. I made the mistake of doing the math and was shocked that with only being 8 months into the year I've already spend 8K. Last year was close to 5K. I know for a fact that I've spent the same amount on repairs/maintenance in the last 12 years as I did when I originally bought it. But its been a good ride and never let me down.