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• Selected Volvo Stats
• 850 850 Estate 2.5 SE (170bhp) 5d Auto - 2435 cc - 170 bhp - 220 Nm
• 940 940 Estate 2.3 Torslanda 5d Auto (LPT) - 2316 cc - 135 bhp - 230 Nm
• 960 960 Estate 2.5 SE 5d Auto - 2473 cc - 170 bhp - 230 Nm
• 940 940 Estate SE Turbo 5d Auto - 2383 cc - 122 bhp - -
• 940 940 Saloon 2.0 SE 4d (90) - 1986 cc - 111 bhp - -
• C70 C70 Coupé 2.5 20V 2d - 2435 cc - 165 bhp - 220 Nm
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• 940 940 Estate 2.3 Turbo 5d Auto (95) - 2316 cc - 165 bhp - -
• 850 850 Saloon 2.5 S (170bhp) 4d Auto - 2435 cc - 170 bhp - 220 Nm
• 960 960 Saloon 2.5 SE Luxury 4d - 2473 cc - 170 bhp - 230 Nm

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Things to look out for when adding a turbo to a non turbo car, some basic pointers. Like many modifications there is a lot more involved and if you are not careful adding a turbo can cause damage to your engine. Read article...

>>> Diesels

Volvo Diesel remaps

Remapping a turbo diesel engine is one of the best value modifications around. You will often see a power increase in the order of 30% and get more Torque, BHP and better MPG. Read article...

>>> Engine Mods

Volvo Electric Water pumps

Electric water pumps do not rob the engine crank of power and they maintain a steady operating temperature. This means a performance car can be driven harder and be set for optimum power/economy at a flick of a switch. Read article...

>>> Forced Induction

Volvo Screamer pipes, BOV's

Blow off valves, dump valves and screamer pipes and their effect on performance and the way they increase power. Read article...

>>> Improve Handling

Volvo Suspension

Car suspension setup and suspension tuning guide. Lowering the car and avoiding rubbing tyres and other problems. Read article...

>>> Intake & Exhaust

Volvo Fuelling

Uprating the fuel system to avoid starvation and lean running. More power means that more fuel is required so we need to uprate the fuel system. Read article...

>>> Transmission

Volvo Slip diffs

Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...

>>> Wheels & Tyres

Volvo Performance tyres

Selection of performance tyres, tread patterns, softness and profile can have a big effect on performance. Read article...

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