Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 2.0 SE 5d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Going for a car with more comfort rather than overall street cred, and gadgets such as heated seats being the most used item.

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

Old mans car but once they have driven it they soon change there mind.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but probably look for a v60 dependant on reviews .

What are you likely to buy next?

Volvo v50 or v60.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Part exchanged my old vw jetta got a very good deal on the car I purchased honest independent excellent car but I had to drive 3.5hrs to pick the car up searching far and wide has paid dividends.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed extra space that an estate car could offer.

What was the dealer like?

Good , honest independent , time has proven I brought a very good car.

What's it like to drive?

Nice car to drive, torque engine plenty of power even when under load, comfortable seats.

What's it like to park?

Good to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

3 new wheel bearings!, but a lot of reviews say these are weak points on these cars, new alternator and new battery (old one(battery) was the original factory fitted ).

What's most practical about your car?

Good boot space ,.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats & cruise control No DPF filter on the car therefore less expense!, later models had these fitted .