I have a 2001 Volvo c70 coupe and the interior faux wood grain trim that is around the gear shifter unit is cracking. I’m considering a dash repair kit that adheres over the original trim or researching on how to purchase an original part from Volvo. Has anyone had any experience with this issue?

 

New from a dealer they can be pretty pricey. Just look on ebay and find a nice used one in the same wood grain, but in better condition than yours. Think I paid $20 for my last one. BTW, it is easy to swapout, plus it should be REAL wood and not the faux.

 

I have one for sale here, assuming it's the same wood pattern.

https://volvoforums.com/forum/sale-trade-archive-6/98-00-s70-v70-early-c70-wood-trim-panels-50645/

Plus, if memory serves the rear ashtray is not wood grain on the C70 (could be wrong), so my lot would give you a little upgrade as well.

The wood grain parts from the dealer are INSANELY expensive. If you don't want mine find a used one, a laminate will not look quite right with the rest of it.

 

That particular piece on mine is actually the faux wood.