Volvo V70 (2000 - 2007) 2.3 T5 SE 5d Geartronic (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I just like it.

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

No idea whatsoever, it has never occurred to me to ask.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I definitely would, for all the reasons already listed. Can't really fault it.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Volvo. The picture is of mine outside the dealer that I bought it from. I'd go back there again too. Happy all round!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£14,500

When did you buy the car?

June 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. Superb condition car with lots of extra equipment, excellent warranty.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My previous car was a V70 T5, and I wouldn't dream of replacing it with anything else.

What was the dealer like?

First class.

What's it like to drive?

Brilliant. Goes like stink when you put your foot down. Very quiet. Very comfortable. Handling and road holding are very good, but I do think my previous one, a 1999 model was slightly more precise on twisty roads. But I never tire of driving it.

What's it like to park?

Well, it's a big estate car so sometimes parking at the kerbside means looking for a space long enough, obviously. Reverse park sensors make it very easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

In the 20,000 miles I have had it, it has needed an upper engine mounting, a suspension drop link, a component in the dashboard vents, and an intermittent fault on the reverse park sensors. All sorted under warranty without question.

What's most practical about your car?

The combination of high performance with good fuel consumption (29mpg average, and this is an auto), coupled with loads of space and comfort.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I have to mention two. I do like the reverse park sensors; and the Dolby surround sound system is unbelievably good.