Volvo S40 (1996 - 2004) 1.8 S (122bhp) 4d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I hope it says I'm mature for my age. I'm 19 years old and I swear I have to stand out driving such a nice car, but what most people will not know is how affordable these cars are ;)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all like it
Would you buy this car again and why?
I wouldn't buy the same car twice, but I'll definitely buy another Volvo in the future.
What are you likely to buy next?
Don't know, too busy loving this one
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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?
£1,350
When did you buy the car?
March 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
£1350 for a 52 plate 1.8 S with FSH and all the extras you'd expect
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a solid comfortable car that had a quality feel to replace my renault megane.
What was the dealer like?
Bought private and got a good price.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fantastic. The clutch is smooth and light. The gearbox feels like new. In the bends the steering is accurate with little body roll. On rough roads the car soaks up the bumps pretty well. Town driving is a breeze because the steering is so light, you can happily throw it around the town with relative ease. Gearbox is easy to use aswell, so overall a very pleasant car to drive and really lives up to Volvos solid reputation.
What's it like to park?
fine for myself.. although I do tend to go for easy spaces.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Once bought needed the tracking done along with a £144 service bill. Clutch makes a slight creak in hot weather, but clutch itself feels like new.
What's most practical about your car?
Big comfy interior along with a spacious boot that will easily swallow unwanted items for the skip :P Rear legroom is decent and car feels nice and spacious at the front.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The leather seats and the CD player. Cruise control is a nice option too.
