1999 Volvo S40 SE review from UK and Ireland
"Overall a marvellous car, which I shall keep as long as I possibly can"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In 6 years I have had this Volvo there have been no problems apart from much confusion in Volvo circles on how long a cam-belt lasts on the 1.8i Mitsubishi engine. Just about to get it changed at 99,000 miles - Volvo garage quote £600 and independent garage £350.
General comments?
I have owned two previous Volvo cars - 2 wardrobes and a 240.
Minor niggle faults in all, but overall very good. This variant however appears to be perfect from quality of build to gizmo's galore and a fuel consumption that I cannot believe. Plenty of room for lots of gear in boot or with seats down and speed not effected by load. On top of that it still looks the bees knees, even in company of brand new cars.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 99000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 240 |
| Date of Entry | 15th November, 2007 |