Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 1.8 Sport 5d (2006/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Wants practicality from a trustworthy manufacturer, but also finds style important. A less obvious choice.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yeah, but with a bigger engine (T5/D5).
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Volvo, probably V70 or XC90.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not bad. Free warranty, also paid less than I was expecting to pay.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Style, practicality of an estate but not a huge lumbering beast of a thing. Volvo name.
What was the dealer like?
Good. Delivered car for free, refurbished wheels.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Stable, poised, good handling. Ride slightly impaired by 18" wheels and low profile tyres.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough. Good visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
I cracked one of the alloys going through a pothole.
What's most practical about your car?
Fits my greyhounds and pretty much anything else I need to carry about.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Shopping cradle in boot. Love the sport bodykit and wheels.
