Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012) 1.6D S 4d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Original
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Stylish looking/Solid/Economical
Would you buy this car again and why?
Possibly - This is my first Volvo
What are you likely to buy next?
New V70/S80 I am very impressed with Volvos. Lovely looking cars and really well kitted out.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£16,900
When did you buy the car?
October 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Fair enough deal - optional extras I went for were Front Fogs and Rear Parking sensors - Usual company car discount of 5%.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Nice looking - different from the usual glut of Audis/Passats/3 Series'. Well kitted out.
What was the dealer like?
Excellent - Patient/Professional.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great Motorway Car - one let down is that it is not so great when taking corners - can run wide.
What's it like to park?
Excellent - Its quite compact - I would reccommend Parking Sensors though as front pillars are quite thick and a bit of a blindspot.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Steering/immobiliser Malfunction - had to be towed to dealer.
What's most practical about your car?
Excellent Boot Space - Roomy Cabin
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
'Floating Console' / Parking Sensors / Cruise Control
