• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'm getting older?

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

    They like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Not sure as I intend to keep the vehicle for some time. Depends on what they look like in the future. Not too excited about the looks of the replacement S60.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Dont know.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £19,995

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2002

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Okay deal. Traded in Peugeot 307cc.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Cream leather interior. Well equiped. Good performance. Lovely to drive. Colour etc. Volvo build quality.

    What was the dealer like?

    Not too pushy, he didn't say alot.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Superb, apart from the dodgy tyres. White knuckle ride and keeps you alert on the road. Will cruise at 110mph.

    What's it like to park?

    No problem with rear sensors.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Pirelli P6000 tyres are awful once they've worn down a little. Most forums don't reccomend them yet Volvo insist they are fine. Mine have been swapped front to rear, now it's like the tail wagging the dog. Buying Michelins or Avon next. Drivers seat creaked and groaned and it took them 5 months to finalkly give me a replacement seat which is fine now. Wonder whose got my old one??

    What's most practical about your car?

    Reliability, comfort.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electrically adjustable seat.