Owner Reviews
4.5
2 Reviews
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2004 Volvo S40 - Yup! I would buy it again!
I really like our used Volvo S40. The car has a nice solid feel to it that makes going around curves and over bumps comfortable. The factory stereo is wonderful. I can only imagine how it must have sounded brand new! The very nice leather seats, even at this age, have no cracks or rips. The sunroof is a fun feature that we use a lot! It has never leaked even during a torrential downpour. In the past year, this car has only been in the shop for basic things like an oil change and brakes. I count brakes as normal wear and tear. What is there to say that is negative about the car? Not much! I don't like the very strange plastic key, but if that is the worst thing I can come up with ....WOW!
Story
The day I came out and found a family of squirrels in the car is a day I won't forget! I had left a window partly open by error and that had to be the day the squirrels invaded! Thankfully, other than totally destroying a bag of crackers I had left in the car, they did no damage.
Pros
My favorite feature of this car is the solid feel. I feel very safe in it. I also, as mentioned before, LOVE the non-leaking sun roof! This is a car that has never let me down. Freezing cold, the night I forgot the lights on for at least five hours, it ALWAYS starts!
Cons
The only thing I don't like about the Volvo S40 is the fake plastic key. It is just odd feeling and seems cheap and as if it would easily break.
2004 Volvo S40 - Excellent
When we were looking for a car, we wanted something that looked good, handled well ( including driving in the snow), was safe, reliable, and didn't have a history of problems - both mechanical and safety issues. Also, we were looking for a car that would last and serve us well, if we followed good maintenance practices.
Story
We have two very steep hills to climb to get to I-5 and really appreciate the responsiveness of the turbo. When the car was in the shop, the last time the loaner was the top sedan, and it was dramatically sluggish which made me appreciate the S40.
Pros
We liked the overall curb appeal. The color silver was very appealing. The price was quite good. The history of the car was good. We appreciated the responsiveness. Its compact size allowed total parking garage and space access. It was a one-owner car. The mileage was low.
Cons
Age would be the single most negative factor. The right front headlight required constant replacement a common issue. Repairs are expensive. The drivers seat is failing.
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