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Old Jan 20th, 2012, 18:09   #71
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Walk away and avoid the GDi.

Stick with the real Volvo engines instead, IMHO.

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Any thoughts on a 1.6
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1.6 is underpowered. Go for the 1.8 or 2.0 if you're buying an NA engine.
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I would go for a 1.8, mate.

1.6 is underpowered, for the weight of the car.

2.0 is even more powerful, but a little less economical.

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I test drove a 1.6 S40 and it was a bit slow to be honest, compared to the 1.8. I think the VVT was on the way out as well. Which was bad considering it was at a volvo dealer, also I could be wong but VVT failure seems more common on the 1.6 from what I've heard.

Is this diesel not anywhere near you Batley West Yorkshire, it's a good price I would have liked to have had a look but it was too far for me. Been on ebay a couple of weeks though so may have an issue:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1208307342...84.m1423.l2649
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fine IF you want to stop the misses speeding, and make sure she doesnt go too far (will take ages to get there), for the weight of the body 1.6 is Rather under powered.
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Right guys, as my budget aint huge, ive plumbed for a w reg 2.0t, which i think is a P1, although its a 2000. It does have winter pack, half leather black bezels the 12 spoke alloys. Needs a bonnet though, anyone got a silver one ??
Can anyone check it out by the reg number ??
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3208323547...84.m1423.l2649.
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Really it's done 130K but doesn't mention any service history.
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Really it's done 130K but doesn't mention any service history.
Seller says she has got service history.
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Surely this is a selling point? Why not in the listing itself..

Hopefully it all goes well for you and you enjoy your new car
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Surely this is a selling point? Why not in the listing itself..

Hopefully it all goes well for you and you enjoy your new car
It seems they need to sell asap, something to do with parking permits where they live. I agree not the best advert in the world, but seem decent people.
Looking forward to not having to work on someting french every week.
Anyone want a laguna, or the winter tyres off it !
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