• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Steady and safe.

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

    They like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes as latest models have sorted out the problem.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Lexus

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £24,000

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Fair deal for cash purchase.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    A history of very good motoring with Volvo Estate cars.

    What was the dealer like?

    Helpful and realistic.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth and comfortable,turning circle is the worst of any volvo I have owned.

    What's it like to park?

    Difficult due to poor turning circle and poor visability of extremities.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing so far.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Space for carriage of goods and luxurous drive.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Automatic gearbox.