Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012) 2.0 R DESIGN Sport 4d (2008/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
i like it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all like it. It looks very nice in met Black.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, though i'd like a go in the D5 manual when it's available. Not sure it'd be worth the extra cash though.
What are you likely to buy next?
A volvo of some description probably.
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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?
£20,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Very good deal. Used emergency services discount.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Great looking and reasonable economy, after an S60 2.5T
What was the dealer like?
First class. Could not fault them.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very nice. Solid and handles well. it is responsive particulary in 3rd, 4th and even 5th.
What's it like to park?
Fine, although it takes a while to guage where the boot ends.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No. Touch wood!
What's most practical about your car?
The boot is large enough for most, however the opening is not the best reducing it's practicality. But hey we don't all need 4x4's!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
R-design styling is subtle but nice. I upgraded the alloys to 18" as well which was worth it.
