Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012) 1.6D R DESIGN Sport 4d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Boring maybe. Doesn't want a "common" BMW or Audi but a little bit more upmarket with some style.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like the colour (bright blue). Wife says it is just a car although likes heated seats.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not sure at the moment. Tend not to have same car straight afterwards!
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure, maybe another Alfa Romeo or the new V40.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£9,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Think so, no p/ex and priced below guide price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good value and had lots of equipment, needed economy and comfort.
What was the dealer like?
A pleasure to deal with and no pressure, bi disappointed that despite pre delivery check, brakes needed replacing after 4000 miles.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fairly comfortable, doesnt feel great in corners and not a patch on my previous car but I knew that! Easy to pick up speed on motorway once moving. Adequate performance for what it is. Didnt buy it for speed.
What's it like to park?
OK with parking sensors, may be a bit awkward without having the boot.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Faulty headlight motor on the day I got it, fixed under warranty and brake pads replaced after 4000 miles from pre delivery check when said to be OK.
What's most practical about your car?
Comfortable with good space for the size.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electric and heated seats!
