Volvo 440
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The value has been pretty exceptional.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Parts are expensive, especially for bespoke parts, but they really do last.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    My car has front and rear anti-roll bars and corners with poise.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes as well as the turbo version (which I had before this). But with the advantage of no expensive turbo to service/repair.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only the clutch has failed me and this was probably due to the previous owner towing things.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Image considered old by some people, but later cars with new bonnets etc (like this one) look more purposeful and upmarket.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable and no aches or pains on long jounrneys (excellent heated seats).

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Factory fit alarm and immobiliser, both effective.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Haven't used main dealers much, but any contact with Volvo has proved fruitful and conducted politely.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Still going strong after 142,000 miles!

    Other

    Clutch broke when I had only had it six months

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes