Volvo S40 2.0i CD 4d Auto (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Holds its value better than it should.
Costs
Keep away from dealers and check front anti roll bar bushes - 750 quid to replace.
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On the road
Driving
Great fun until you hit a drain cover on a bend.
Performance
Very responsive and useable gearbox.
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Living with it
Reliability
380,000 miles and no breakdowns.
Image
Ok in the right colour.
Comfort
Rather bumpy.
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Security and Service
Security
And very solid too.
Service
Overpriced dealers.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front suspension a bit fragile.
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