Volvo V90 (1996 - 1998) 3.0 CD (204bhp) 5d Auto (1997/P) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Don't care. I need it to be practical

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

Again; it matters not. It probably scares the living daylights out of them

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Regrettably Volvo don't make these big estates any more and the V70 doesn’t quite make the mark

What are you likely to buy next?

I'll probably have to downsize to a 3.2 litre V70

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,200

When did you buy the car?

April 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

I think so. The car wasn't perfect and in view of the costs necessary to improve the car this was recognised by the seller and thus we agreed a good price

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I needed a big estate car.

What was the dealer like?

Car was bought privately

What's it like to drive?

Faultless

What's it like to park?

In spite of its size remarkably easy given the excellent steering lock and all round visibility

Have you had any problems with the car?

Air conditioning condenser

What's most practical about your car?

Boot space

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

These Volvos are not known for gadgets but if I have to name something then the brilliant 3.0 litre engine