• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sensible, with an eye for quality rather than flash.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    No idea , but I think hey respect my chioce.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Because it suits me down to the grounds and does everything I ask of it.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another one of these, but hopefully this one will last another few years.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £19,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes. good part exchange on my peugeot 407. after arm twisting supplied and fitted sat nav for free.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Beautiful condition good price.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very straightforward. Sensible negotitiating skills.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Just right. Although slightly staid in general style ( A good thing) actually goes like the clappers if you need to. (Wrong lane at filter lights etc). Otherwise really really comfortable seats. Have driven it ti Italy twice and did not feel car shaped at the end.

    What's it like to park?

    Very good sensors, excellent lock, good visibility.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The aircon pump seized. Completely fixed and covered by Volvo under warranty.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Very easy to convert to load carrying estate mode.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electric tailgate. Silly, but how did I ever manage without one.