Volvo V40 (1996 - 2004) 1.9 T4 5d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm a boring Volvo driver but those who know would see the tiny T4 badge and understand this is a fast car!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
The colour and comfort.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, the model is too old.
What are you likely to buy next?
Replaced with an Alfa 156.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yeah, private sale.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed to replace our previous car, always knew these were a wolf in sheep's clothing.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Handling and steering terrible, really wallowy and very little feel in steering. Power wise faultless, went like a rocket!
What's it like to park?
Fine
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
A few electrical niggles, lots of bulbs needed to be changed.
What's most practical about your car?
Its an estate so loads of luggage space.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The engine!
