Volvo S60 (2000 - 2008) D5 SE 4d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Old man? No only joking.

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

They love the car. Love the comfort and smooth ride

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes

What are you likely to buy next?

Another volvo but may be a V70 due to extra load space

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,995

When did you buy the car?

September 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

I had a trade in so it was quick and easy to buy from a dealer.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

I like buying from a dealer because on cars over 3 years old they offer 12 months warrently so you have peace of mind

What's it like to drive?

Excellent, very smooth and quiet. I have has many diesel cars before and this is by far the smoothest and quiets car. It has 5 cyclinders and it sounds like a petrol V6. It is quick throught the gears and pulls well. It has 163bhp so it does shift when required

What's it like to park?

Not too bad but due to it's big size can be a bit of a pain

Have you had any problems with the car?

I have had a couple of problems. The door pin worked it's way loose, the gearbox had to be removed and replaced due to problemsd with selecting gears and a brake switched failed but all covered under warrenty

What's most practical about your car?

Big a spacious boot, very comfortable

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Electric seats are excellent as is cruise control