I found you via an link from the DynamIP Homepage cause i was very interrested i interactive WebBoards i followed his link quick... :) My interests are very different from going out (disco, pub,..) to the maintenance of my car (if u ask me sometimes too often) I drive an �89 Volvo 480 ES colored Black - ok these are my stats - Next one please :)

A friend of mine found your site just before I got my 1992 480 Turbo (Kneel before me all you Es'ers elst feel the rath of the Intercooler...) Previously had a MGB GT but have now moved on to modern machinery. Convicted petrol head, cyclist, swimmer By day - a computer programmer - aaahhh I here you cry Would be interested to recieve e-mails from fellow drivers on their cars be it upgrades,problems etc. Two addresses you can send to sdempster@compuserve.com steve@framewrk.demon.co.uk

Hi Stephen... I wonder if u recieved my E-Mail, have you? If not i got some trouble with my E-Mail prog. if u recieved it - I will send u some "upgrades and problems" :) JENS

Just want to introduce myself. I bought an '87 Es (109Hp) last year. I took it apart , gave it a new Paint-job and the usual stuff. Looks good now . ( Also painted the bumpers) . Does anyone know if there are Spoilers for the 480 ? I still go to school but in my spare-time i do some projects ... I also have an Rabbit Gti and a Corrado G60 ... ( but still nothing better then a 480 ... unless ofcourse a Delorean...! )

Jens frage ... ist es nicht moeglich um alle berichte gleichzeitig zu sehen? Es nervt ein bisschen alle "conference rooms" ab zu gehen ! Cu ....

Jens Antwort - :) - Also es geht soweit ich weis nicht - Du kannst nur "Was gibts neues in der Konferenz" auf der Homepage anklicken aber von dort aus mu�t du die einzelnen Topics anklicken.. JENS

Hi Jens, Sorry, I haven''t got your e-mail yet - it might have got stuck somewhere in the system. Got any usefull info on uprating the suspension at at all in that e-mail? I think the 480 is a bit soft compared to say a Golf Gti (Dare I mention that name here!!) Have you or any of other 480 drivers beefed them up a bit - and how? Also, does anyone have any clever places to put a CD-autochanger without chewing up trim? Message for Delorean (Netherlands) - I do remember seeing an ad for a sports exhaust for the 480 in Max Power a while ago. Do you get this mag in the Netherlands? I'm suprised you cannot get things like that there considering the 480 was made there.

Yes Steve - I bought an stiffer suspension for my 480 - red Koni shock-absorbers for the back axle and Monroe Sensatrac for the Front - in comination with shorter springs from M.R. (30mm) If you want more info. I can send u an Mail... JENS

HI Steve , well I have Max from 11/96 to June 1997 but I haven't found any Adds there , maybe you could find make and model and a Tel-number. Thanks already!

O.K. I'm a car fanatic who got converted to bike fever. I have no car. I have never had a car, and my personal distrust of lending institutions in Jamaica means I probably will never own a car. The car of my dreams is a Mazda MX-5 (Miata). THe car of my more practical dreams is a Suzuki Super Carry (van).

You live in Jamaica?

Not right now. I'm in Mexico on a training course. But I go back home (to Jamaica)in three weeks!

I found you on Xroad bike forum. I reed there that Sam was speaking to himself. So I'll try to help him taking out of is solitude. I live in Quebec, had lot of car (all american except a Vauxal Viva (England engeniring)). I had V8, 6 in line, 4cyl. and now a V6 longitudinal(traction). Every time I bought a car, my first consideration was $$$. Then I let my heart go. I'm not a fine connaisseur but I love machanic in general. I'm always been a F-1 fan. Yves

I just checked to find out who the new F-1 champion was. Yves, I am sure you are pleased to know that Jacques Villeneuve is the 1997 Formula One World Driver's Champion. I'm sorry that Ferrari didn't get it but I'm glad that Schumacher didn't! Gilles is avenged at last!!!

I was up at 6 1/2 this morning to see that race that was fabulous and hard for our nerves. We are very proud of Gilles's son. But for an old guy like me, he'll never have the Charism of is father nether his fieriness, temerity. But a son is never his father.(Good thing for my son (o:)

Ziggy Marley is further proof of that. Damon Hill last year, Jacques Villeneuve this year; looks like this is the era of the second generation!

What does that mean musically?

Ziggy Marley, the son of The Honourable Robert Nesta (Bob) Marley, O.M., is nowhere near as talented as his father, who was mostly responsible for the international popularity of Reggae music. It's about fathers & sons: Gilles & Jacques Villeneuve, Graham & Damon Hill, Bob & Ziggy Marley...

These folks come to Austin a lot, Ya, know, mon, me and Cassie came in second in the Liberty Lunch reggae dancing contest. I have to admit that Cassie carried most of the load, she was a spectacular dancer. This was some years ago, but the roar of the applause made my night that night.

Came over thanks to Sam. Only thing I've never driven personally is a Lambo. Convicted Jaguar/Lotus lover, and anything Italian. Some resto experience and building experience. Presently own a 91 Integra with some work on it, and a VW dune buggy, along with my motorcycle. Ya got me!

Have you ever driven a jag?

Have I ever driven a Jag? Oh yes. Helped restore and drive an XK120, 150, and restored 2 E Types myself. Started on an XJ12 and gave it up. The E's were my college project/babe magnets/wallet killers. IMHO the best all round sportscar ride there is (and I love Lotus Sevens & Europas). Pardon me, but a man's car!

Thanks once again for coming, Frank! Place is looking livelier already!

What's the scoop on the XKE? What year is best? How much to get one now? etc. etc. Let's talk XKE.

Hello I'm a dutch guy 22 years old and I'm in doubt of choosing a car. There are 2 cars of my choice -1-VOLVO 480-TURBO- -2-VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO VR6 OR 16V (NOT G60) Can anybody help me with my choice emailadress lros@caiw.nl Greetings Daniel Ros

Do you live in the USA or Holland or Curacao?

Car broke. Now it's fixed. Merry Christmas credit card company.

What happened to your car STacey?

Bad alternator ground which drained my battery. Bad map sensor wire which through off my emissions system and bad spark plug wire placeing extra load on the other three, wearing them out in right good form!

Hi. I met terry at jim obriens xmas potluck... am looking for a great used 5 spd car. I tend to trust imports over american cars... need a reliable one that can comfortably seat 3 kids in the back. A camry or mazda 626 is the right size but a manual camry is hard to find and i don't know much about mazdas. Anybody have a recommendation? Thanks!

I remember talking to you, glad you found us! We have some heavy duty car (and bike) talkers here, so check back for some feedback. I drove a Camry for a while and really liked it. What are you seeing in the Austin classifieds as far as prices and years?

I must recommend any Integra in good shape, or a late model Civic, which will probably be more money. Everything about these cars is bulletproof and fun.

What about the Camry, Robert? You didn't mention it.

Hey thanks for the feedback. The classifieds have lots of camrys for all prices - just very few 5 spds. Yeah Hondas are fun cruisemobiles but the 2 I've had both seemed to like breaking down on I-35 at rush hour. Thats why I was wondering about mazdas - could any car be as reliable as a toyota? Hmm, Integra? I'll have to check one out.

Finally traded in my '90 Dodge Spirit (w/ 116,500+ miles) last night. I cried leaving it in the lot but was glad to be leaving the mechanical failures behind. Bought a '92 Legacy w/ 90K on it. 5D, AWD, but WHITE... EEEWWW, yuck. Actually, I really like it (having owned it for just 12 hours now!)

Automatic? Is the a/c good? What gas mileage does it get? Will it make it to Austin?

yes, yes, I dunno... only owned it since 11:45pm last night, I hope so but flying should still be cheaper...

Hi It has taken me a very long time to find this forum!!! I have a 480es (1989) and it is the best car I have ever had. There is one problem - the alarm will not switch off. I have had to remove the fuse so now I don,t have the horn or the long-distance beams. Can anyone give me some advice? The fault is in one of the doors or in the hood or boot. Can I disable the alarm? Hiow can I find the fault?

I don't have the answer Vince, but I'm glad you found us. I hope you take a chance to poke around our community, there are some great folks here. What other interests do you have besides cars? And can you tell us more about your car?

Hi Terry This site is great and I will explore it much more. People here should know a great deal about the the 480 so telling you more about my car is very hard - it is red, 98000 miles on the clock and in my opinion, fantastic. If you know of any more sites like this please let me know.

I sure will, I'd suggest to get your bearings here you might want to join the 'porch' conference which is the gateway out to everything else on the Spring.

The alarm is the fault. remove it.

I will have a look again sometime... Thanks for the reminder! Regards Otmar Sent: Freitag, 12. Mai 2000 21:39 To: OtmarW@compuserve.com Well, one participant's still alive and kicking!

Sensational. Hmmm... Might be worth it for the science conference and a few others...

I was wandering if anybody was willing to give me some info on how to get non standard parts for the volvo 480 in the UK. I have just bought a 1990 black 480 ES with 84,000 miles on the clock which is in really good nick and am very happy with my purchase, she's gorgeous. Anyway i want to make her look that little bit more special, does anybody know of any companies that sell non standard parts? I have fitted the sound system already and it is sounding sweet, 150W component speakers on a sony 4x80W explod amp. The quality is really good, I'm not bothered about the bass (i don't think everybody should have to listen to what I'm playing on my stereo, unlike others). It would be a great help if anybody knows of such companies, hopefully hear from you soon, Alex Cheeseman (aj_cheesy@hotmail.com)

Alex, try these: http://www.164club.org/volvlink.html www.ccar.co.nz/volvo/parts.html . Volvo Parts, England http://www.classicvolvoparts.co.uk... ...http://www.eurocarparts.co.uk Volvo new parts supplier, all...

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Cheers marciaH those were really helpful. Now I've got to find someone who stocks srares for repairs, my sister took it up the kerb at 30 in an accident and destroyed two alloys and tyres, the power steering rack, the front struts and hubs and the cross members and the sump. Cheers sis, she's great. Thanx anyway for the info.

Aloha, Alex! Delighted to be of assistance. Sisters cannot be replaced. Cars parts can be replaced or repaired. Sounds like it was a costly accident... How's the alignment? Sorry I cannot repair it for you with a magic wand from half way around the world!