Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 1.6D DRIVe S (Start/Stop) 5d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Eco friendly, cost conscious, safe, boring.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Boring, too large (according to wife).
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - comfort, economy, cheap tax, space, versatility.
What are you likely to buy next?
Similar, assuming I am still fit enough to do the sports that I enjoy and make full use of this estate when I retire in my mid-fifties.
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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?
£11,900
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Fair price for age and mileage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
£20 road tax, fuel economy, style, space, versatlity, safety features. Was previously my company car so I know it has been cared for.
What was the dealer like?
Very straightforward buying what had been my company car. Only took a few phone calls, e-mails and a bank transfer.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Comfortable seats. Powerful enough for a steady middle-aged driver.
What's it like to park?
Easy and brilliant visibility (far better than Toyota Avensis hatch I had before).
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Returned to main dealer for alarm problems on a number of occasions. Start/stop works on an intermittent basis.
What's most practical about your car?
Space and versatility of a medium sized estate with roof bars.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Start-stop (when it works).
