Volvo S80 (1998 - 2005) 2.4 (140bhp) 4d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Well its a bit of a grandads car which isnt good as im in my early 20s but the car proved brillant in everyway.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends love the car because of the space and luxury in the car and is the car of choice for the european road trip im going on this summer with my friends.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes I would but Id buy the diesel version instead as its cheaper to run.
What are you likely to buy next?
My next car will be a Volvo XC90
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,800
When did you buy the car?
February 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got a good deal after part exchangng my pervous car i was given £700 cashback.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Bought the car buy chance as my last car a Nissan Almera on 53 plate was cost far too much to repair all the time due to poor build quality.
What was the dealer like?
Was very helpful knew about the car and its history.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Its easy to drive for the size of car it is streering is very responive and not too heavy the cruis control is brillant when doing long drives.
What's it like to park?
It was very tricky to park at first but soon got used the the size of the car rear parking sensors would be helpful on this model.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only repair needed on the car so far is a front wheel bearing passed its last MOT no problems.
What's most practical about your car?
It can seat five adults it comfort with plenty of rear legroom and the very large boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The cruise control is my favorite gadget grea on the motorways and the heated seats on the cold winters mornings.
