Volvo 440 (1989 - 1997) 1.8 Li 5d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
im showing that volvos can be for young people too.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
suprised, since my last 5 cars were fords.
Would you buy this car again and why?
i might do one day, maybe the sport version.
What are you likely to buy next?
a vauxhall corsa or renault clio
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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?
£400
When did you buy the car?
November 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
the car is in good condition for its age,MOT till october next year.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
it was well looked after and wanted to try something different.
What was the dealer like?
ok
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
very good, the 1.8 pushes it along nicely, decent low down pull,clutch is quite heavy, but you get used to it after a while. pretty good on fuel too.
What's it like to park?
the cars quite long so you have to time it right.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
not yet, early days, gearbox is a bit rough, but its been standing for a few weeks, so should be ok after a few drives.
What's most practical about your car?
5 doors, roomy inside, big boot
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
the heated seats are a bonus,apart from that, it just has power steering and central locking.
