Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012) 1.8 SE 4d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Safety first
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Good looking car but missing power.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, the car for what it is is too expensive seeing that there are makes outhere with a lot of gadgets,more space and better engines for around the same price.
What are you likely to buy next?
Looking at Audi A4 SE or C class 180K Elegance
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
January 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Very good service from dealer
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fantastic on motorways, a little rough on bumpy roads. Struggles off the mark as 1.8 lacks power for this heavy car. Gear change no hassle and smooth, not great at overtaking have to work engine quite a lot.
What's it like to park?
Fine, good visibility all round
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
6 cd changer had to be changed
What's most practical about your car?
Good value
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Position of 6 cd changer on main dashboard
