Interesting Facts About the Volvo S80 P2
The Volvo S80 made its debut in May 1998 as the first Volvo built on the brand‑new P2 architecture. This first‑generation model ran until 2006, after which the S80 moved to the P3 platform for its second generation.
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First Volvo on the P2 Architecture
When the all‑new S80 arrived in May 1998, it introduced Volvo’s internally named P2 platform. This marked a major engineering shift, as it was the first Volvo to use this new architecture.
Production Peaks and Decline
During its early years the P2 S80 saw strong production numbers: 84,492 units in 1999‑2000, 66,426 in 2000‑2001, 43,040 in 2001‑2002, and 20,568 in 2002‑2003. The figures illustrate a clear downward trend as the model approached the end of its first‑generation run.
Aftermarket Parts Can Be Hard to Find
Owners of P2‑era S80s often report difficulty sourcing replacement parts, noting that there is no hidden cache of P2 components in Europe. As spare parts are discontinued, items such as roof drip rails become especially scarce.
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