sounds as if its going into a limp home mode I had this as a re occurring problem with my v70 some years ago, found to be a faulty sensor in the fuel injection so I would assume some where in the engine management system you have a faulty sensor needs dealer to check fault codes.

2001 V70 T5 228k on the clock still goes well no rust would keep it if had some where to do so

I am wondering if Volvo UK is stretching the truth a little. The Volvo website is still only flagging up delays and short supply of R Design models, no mention of Momentum or Inscription delays or is four - five or more months considered normal

Hi Pc40
Securicor was one of Volvo's sponsors in the BTCC If painted blue and white with Securicor on the doors sounds like a BTCC paint job

thanks Balmoral
ive always been a Volvo performance fan had a 850R until a lady hairdresser hit it up the rear while I was waiting to turn at a junction 8.5k of damage about 18yrs ago

Hi ordered T5 Inscription Denim Blue, mid May advised approx. 4months wait Not worried to much about delivery date as I think I might miss my trusty 2001 V70 T5 228K on the clock bodywork still good and still pulls very well Only major work was a recon auto box a few years back and had to have rear ...