Volvo S80 (1998 - 2005) T6 SE 4d Geartronic (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not sure really. A lot of people dont realise its a 272bhp twin-turbo!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think its nice and luxurious. The silver car is set off lovely with the 18" alloy wheels. My car is exactly the same as the pic!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. I like to change my cars every year/year + a half and as its my 1st Volvo im really impressed so far
What are you likely to buy next?
I would stick with Volvo but it would probably be a S60R or maybe an estate V70R. Volvo's are very under-rated and reasonably priced from what i see
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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?
£3,850
When did you buy the car?
April 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Very happy with the price i paid. I was able to negotiate the belts etc getting done as part of the price too
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful. They collected me from the airport and the car was as advertised
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very good. Plenty of power from the twin-turbo when needed, and the ride is just right. The inside of an s80 is a lovely , relaxing place to be. Ive had plenty of big-engined cars in the past (ive just changed from an Alfa Romeo 156 3.2 GTA) and the fuel economy isnt great on these. Im averaging about 20MPG at the minute mixing local with B roads
What's it like to park?
Very light steering along with rear sensors make it easy. The electric fold-in mirrors are an added bonus
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing in the 1st 2mths
What's most practical about your car?
The size of the car from the boot to the interior
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
It has all the gadgets but the electric ,heated memory seats are great
