2001 Volvo S40 Standard review from UK and Ireland
"Price cut and improved handling/build make it great value"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing so far!
General comments?
Had one before, older model, some differences with the newer facelift model, looks like they've done more than just a facelift, handling much improved though wheelspin in the wet is still bad.
Engine just starting to slacken up though it feels slower than older 1.9 unit, though it may take some time to break it in, on the whole a good improvement, a much better vehicle than the Audi A3 I had before (1.8T), sloppy handling and piles of problems (clutch snapped, gearbox failed + many others).
On the whole a much improved car, better looking too with a more square front end.
Interior a little cheaper looking than the last model. The car is also a couple of grand cheaper than the last ie. standard metallic paint and winter pack, has all I need under 20K, what would you pay for a 3 Series with similar speed/kit?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 T4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 2500 miles |
| Previous car | Audi A3 |
| Date of Entry | 25th April, 2001 |