Volvo C70 Coupe (1997 - 2002) 2.3 T5 GT 2d Auto (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a hairdresser! LOL, no its not that bad, i fancied something sporty, and coupe, this was the right choice for me, and besides i like volvos.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all like it. Its a nice car, and it turns heads in Saffron Yellow. And its fast! Everyone likes speed!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No i dont think i would, not because its a rubbish car or anything, i prefered my V70R.
What are you likely to buy next?
Back to the V70R for me i'm afraid, ill be having a look at a 2004 v70R soon.
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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?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted something a little faster and bigger
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Its a nice drive, comfy, rides out the bumps well, doesnt handle as well as my old car V70R, feels twitchy at high speed, and theres roll.
What's it like to park?
Absolutely horrible, the view to the rear window is poor, everything behind you through the rear view mirror looks much closer than it actually is, despite this i have managed to reverse into a wall already and i would say i'm a good driver (but wouldnt we all) Visibility around the car from the drivers seat is rubbish. Its an absolute bugger to park, and to top it up it has the worst steering lock i have ever experienced in a car. 3 point turns become 6 point turns, it really is this bad.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
So far a drop link, and top strut bush. Electric seats problems. The seats cost £250 to repait each cable, and you need to do this or you cant get in the rear.
What's most practical about your car?
The day to day fire her up first time and comfort
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Fantastic stereo. Dolby pro logic, with amplifier and dynaudio speakers, exceptional quality.
