Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 2.0 D4 (177bhp) R DESIGN 5d (2011/11) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical - but underneath the sensible car this is good to drive and speedy.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's fine.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. The economy is good - I get about 45mpg and it drives well and fast but I just don't love it - don't know why. Boot is also quite small for my two dogs compared to what I was used to.
What are you likely to buy next?
Back to Subaru probably, maybe V70.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
June 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Deal was OK.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I had an Outback and it was costing a fortune to keep running.
What was the dealer like?
Pleasant and helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Good - speedy and responsive. Great acceleration. You can leave lots of others standing.
What's it like to park?
I don't find the visibility great with lots of columns but I'm not very tall.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not so far.
What's most practical about your car?
Economy
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated seats.
