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"Too much to pay for it's performance"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

No problems have so far occured on the car.

General comments?

This car is a terrible performer.

It is slow and bulky.

Performances are poor to average.

Handling is OK - actually gets better in the wet.

Gets better in terms of power when up to 90 mph - engine sounds better and more relaxed.

Dealers have always been good.

Car needs to be quicker, much quicker, have better handling.

It deserves to compete with the likes of Saab and BMW, but it can't because its too slow.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Year of manufacture1998
First year of ownership2001
Most recent year of ownership2004
Engine and transmission 2.0 Manual
Performance marks 4 / 10
Reliability marks 10 / 10
Comfort marks 9 / 10
Dealer Service marks 10 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 5 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 7.6 / 10
Most recent distance59755 miles
Previous carVolvo S40
Date of Entry 30th July, 2004

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