Volvo V70 (2007 - 2016) D5 SE Lux 5d (2008/08) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
A volvo with a tow hook ?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Most like it and are surprised at the level of spec.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes does everything i need just a pity about the fuel consumption.
What are you likely to buy next?
No plans to change in the foresseable future.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£17,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes good part ex price for my Seat Altea, also dropped the price with a bit of haggling
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed a car to pull a caravan and hold two dogs
What was the dealer like?
Helpful and friendly with good after sale service
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fast enough for me and Pulls a 1500kg caravan no problem. On the motorway its smooth an quiet but around town feels a bit heavy. Only let down is fuel consumption 32mpg around town low 40s on a long run and 25mpg pulling the van.
What's it like to park?
Its big, parking sensors help.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
"On call" service light came on. Software problem fixed first time by dealer
What's most practical about your car?
Boot size Two dogs and the odds and ends we take caravaning fit in no problem
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated seats
