Motorola V60i – The complete guide: features, aluminum, and its value today
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Motorola V60i – Complete guide, common issues and value
The Motorola V60i from 2001 is one of the most elegant and sophisticated phones ever produced by Motorola. Polished aluminium casing, internal antenna, colour display — a superior quality object that was often seen in the hands of film and TV series stars of those years. The precise click hinge and solid build quality made it unique.
Technical specifications of the Motorola V60i
- Release year: 2001.
- Dimensions: 87 x 45 x 24 mm.
- Weight: 110 grams.
- Battery: Li-Ion 600 mAh.
- Standby time: up to 180 hours.
- Talk time: up to 5 hours.
- Main display: 96x64 pixels, 4k colours.
- External display: monochrome.
- Memory: 100 contacts.
- Connectivity: GPRS, Infrared.
Why was it so special?
- Polished aluminium casing (premium).
- Precise and robust click hinge.
- Internal antenna (rare for the time).
- Colour display and external display.
Common problems and how to solve them
Broken or loose hinge
Wear of the internal hinge plastic. Requires body replacement (€15-30 on eBay).
Battery not lasting
After 20+ years, the original battery is exhausted. Replace with a compatible battery (€10-15 on eBay).
Phone won't turn on
Dead battery, oxidised contacts (clean with an eraser) or dead battery.
Faded display or lines
Damaged display flat cable. Requires flat cable replacement by a specialist repairer.
What is a Motorola V60i worth today?
- Used working without box: €40-60.
- Used with original box: €70-100.
- New in unopened box: €150-250.
The V60i was the favourite phone of many Hollywood actors in films of the early 2000s. Its aluminium casing made it look like a jewel.
Conclusion
The Motorola V60i is a piece of industrial design that still impresses today. An original in good condition can be worth up to €100. All our Motorola phones are verified, working and with original battery. Tracked shipping and free returns.
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