Volvo S40 (1996 - 2004) 1.9 T4 SE 4d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not much.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Receive average comments generally.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, better cars available for not much more cash.
What are you likely to buy next?
Volvo C70 T5 - same running costs, looks much nicer & better to drive.
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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?
£0
When did you buy the car?
September 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very average. Acceptable roadholding & ride comfort, not much chassis/steering feedback, gearbox only average too, comfortable seats & good visibility though.
What's it like to park?
Quite easy, no blind spots, boot quite high but ok to judge with rear spoiler, very good steering lock.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Intermittent ecu/temp sensor problem, typical problem affected this model. otherwise no problems.
What's most practical about your car?
Good sized boot, & adequate room inside.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Switchable traction control.
