• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Dont care

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Dont care

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes or other D5 engined volvo .45mpg One trip to garage in 100k miles

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Bought at auction 4k less than dealer

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted something reliable and economical to run

    What was the dealer like?

    NA

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very powerful excellent road holding Quiet when warm

    What's it like to park?

    Good mirrors so easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Has now covered 120k Ignition switch failed at 85k

    What's most practical about your car?

    Large boot Good front seats

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Heated seats auto box essential (no expensive clutch problems)