Volvo C70 Convertible (1999 - 2005) 2.0T 2d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I like a sporty car but consider safety to be important
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
All like it and think it was a good purchase.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Absolutely, but would go for a 2.3 engine (probably slightly more economic as the 2.0 litre is a little undersized)and would want the heated seat option....
What are you likely to buy next?
Possible the newer version (metal folding roof) or a Mercedes SLK (No longer need the 4 seat option)
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,995
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reasonable trade in of a Megane Coupe and a decent interest rate on financing
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a convertible with the practicality of 4 adult seats..
What was the dealer like?
Friendly and helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very comfortable, good overall package, with a bit of zest, not too sporty and bumpy a ride, though this does mean slightly softer handling it's a very good compromise......
What's it like to park?
Difficult to reverse, like many convertibles has a high boot line (not as bad as a SAAB), which makes all kind of parking difficult, could do with parking sensors as standard...
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Main dealer who was doing the servicing tried to get me to do about £1,500 of un-necesary work, wanted £300 to change a leaking steering fluid resevoir (independent charged £40) and wanted £288 to change pads (did those myself)only other thing to go wrong was water pump needed replacing at 71,000 miles
What's most practical about your car?
4 seater comfort with the roof up or down.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Diffuser.... Although limits it to a two seater, makes a big difference with the roof down on chillier mornings, reducing cockpit draughts....
