Volvo V40 (1996 - 2004) 2.0T Sport 5d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

'Family man' I guess. Not too bothered about status symbols. Don't care what the outside world thinks.

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

They were impresed with the solid feel of the car and low noise on motorways.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Expenive to run being a 2L turbo it' very juicy in town. Insurnace is pretty high which I wish I'd checked fully before buying. Servicing cost are top end of average.

What are you likely to buy next?

I now own a Vauxhall Agila. Just as a second car. Main family car is my other halfs Peugeot 307 1.6L

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,000

When did you buy the car?

April 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

I paid the going rate at the time.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Having two young children I wanted something with a reputation for safety and reliability. Also internal size and a very comfortable ride.

What was the dealer like?

Your average independent dealer. Willing to undertake minor faults found after I paid for it for no charge.

What's it like to drive?

When not rumbling through worn anti roll bar links it was fine. 2L turbo very pocky and capable on motorways and open country roads. Cruise control and deep comfy seats very useful on long journies. Heavy on petrol through town though.

What's it like to park?

Fine. No major issues.

Have you had any problems with the car?

YES! I seemed to go through endless amount of anti roll bar drop link. Every year both front drop link bars would need replacing! It was starting to get silly costing hundreds of pounds a time.

What's most practical about your car?

Size of the boot. Nothing else that couldn't be found of a simlar type of car in it' class.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruie control, electric tilt/slide sunroof, heated seats.