2001 Volvo S40 review from North America
"A car you love to hate"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The turbo line and gasket needed to be replaced due to excessive leakage of oil.
Brakes needed to be replaced after only 20,000 miles of driving. Approximately 50% highway, 50% city driving.
Window regulators were replaced on both the driver and passenger sides.
New steering rack installed due to excessive noise.
The paint on all top panels has severe oxidation. My car color is red.
General comments?
The paint on my Volvo S40 has been an extreme disappointment.
The regional representative for Volvo North America would not even look at the car saying only it is not covered by warranty.
I am looking to sell/trade this car in the near future.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9L turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 140 miles |
| Most recent distance | 29000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Date of Entry | 19th August, 2003 |