Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012) 2.0 Sport 4d (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Cant afford a BMW but dont want a Ford.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Like it. My Brother in law wants it when we buy new car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would'nt because i like change but my wife would.

What are you likely to buy next?

Volvo because women always get what they want.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,995

When did you buy the car?

April 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Thought we did until we went to pick up car 120 miles away from home then dealer told us MOT expires in a month!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Stood out against the other cars in the lot.

What was the dealer like?

Seemed like he wanted to get deal done then get us out the door a quick as possible.

What's it like to drive?

Easy to drive. My wife uses it 50 miles a day and she loves it.

What's it like to park?

Shorter than it looks so very easy to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

At its first MOT, a month after we bought it, alternator caught fire. Luckily only this was damaged and was replaced through warranty. Few months later after warranty expired went to get aircon regassed and was told condenser had a hole in it. £700 from Volvo so we've lived without it.

What's most practical about your car?

So easy to drive. all controls are simple to use. not a huge boot though. done 4000 mile 2 week trip to Poland and didnt miss a beat. very comfortable.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Aux in to plug phone into. cruise control.