Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012) 1.8 S 5d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Family estate! Safety is a priority.

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

Not sure- safe car?

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not with the problems we have had- would go for a Japanese car next time.

What are you likely to buy next?

Japanese estate.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,250

When did you buy the car?

July 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Good price but issues with customer service.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Go back to a petrol car.

What was the dealer like?

Fine when I bought the car but poor once it was driven away! In the end ( a year later) I took the dealership to the small claims court and won!

What's it like to drive?

Fine but rather like a large comfy sofa! Then again my other car is an MR2! This volvo car is mainly driven by my wife and she loves it.

What's it like to park?

Fine- good visibility.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Issues from the off- ecu, accelerator issues, airbag module. I did though get money back from the dealership via the small claims court. In the last year or so though it has run very well. Local main Volvo dealer (not where we bought it from) have been excellent and the last service and mot, including 1 years Volvo assistance recovery, was £300.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot and roof bars.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats.