Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 2.0D SE (06/07-05/10) 5d (2008/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm sensible. (Oh dear...).
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They find it pleasant to be in. My wife has an MX5, so this is the family car and favoured for a longer journey.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. It's very comfortable; I've had two hire cars in the past year - Golf and Astra, both new - and my back was looking forward to driving the Volvo again. It's reasonably economical, c. 43mpg with enthusiastic driving, a lot in towns.
What are you likely to buy next?
Depends on finances. Probably a 5 series. I'll run this well into six figures first though.
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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?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
August 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Reasonable deal. Identified two V50s, this one was lower in price and lower in mileage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed a small/medium estate for work.
What was the dealer like?
Helpful. Sorted out post sales problem to my satisfaction.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not a rocket ship but adequately quick. Road holding/cornering good and reassuring, as a car based on a Ford Focus should be.
What's it like to park?
Easy. Square car with parking sensors and electrically adjustable side mirrors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No. It's been 100% reliable.
What's most practical about your car?
It's an estate, albeit a small one.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Parking sensors and cruise control. Can't imagine not having them.
