Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

V70 radio into an 850?

Old Apr 9, 2010 | 06:27 PM
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how easy/ can it be done is it to put an V70 radio into a 850?
 
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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As long as it is a 99 or 2000 radio it should slide right in and work.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 08:33 PM
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Thats what I am running. Swapped for a CD player and added a changer to the rear. Works great.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 09:14 PM
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this one has an in dash 4 disc changer, and dolby pro logic....
 
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Old Apr 9, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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It should work but the Pro logic will not work correctly. But should still sound good.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2010 | 01:37 PM
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well it has the extended plastic piece to the right side of it. Model HU 803, which is apperently for 2001-2004 v70/s60
 

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The 01 and up radio's will not fit.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2010 | 06:00 AM
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Originally Posted by 91shelby
how easy/ can it be done is it to put an V70 radio into a 850?
If you go to the trouble of swapping for newer you will:
1. Cut wiring, or make a harness adapter female to male adapter, Metra makes the parts
2. Add a new antenna for reception
3. Modify both the dash and radio to make it fit and look nice

After market would be an easier route.
 
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