How fast will a Volvo S80 depreciate?

I've read that the Volvo S80 2012 could depreciate in value by up to 80 per cent after just three years and 30,000 miles. Could you please give me the reason why, as I am looking to purchase a 25,000 mile...

Buying a 4x4 or estate - what to pick?

I am going to spend up to £6.5K on one of the following Audi 6 Avant (2005+), BMW 5 series estate (2004+) or Volvo XC90. Bearing in mind the likely age and mileage of these cars at this price and based...

Use of high quality diesel in Volvo V60 D3?

I have just purchased a new Volvo V60 D3 (136bhp) Geartronic and having followed your advice and after two tanks full of BP Ultimate / Shell V-Power am achieving over 50mpg. However, BP and more recently...

Is the scheme which allows British servicemen to buy VAT-free vehicles a good deal?

Under The Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) British military personnel and civilian support staff serving in Germany are entitled to purchase a new car (New Means of Transport) free of VAT. Once the car...

Which SUV for towing caravans?

At present I am a 72-year-old Motability customer and am shortly due to hand back my Volvo XC90 after three years. I am now considering buying my own vehicle as I only do 5000 miles a year. The two vehicles...

Where is the best place to quickly and safely sell a car?

My brother died recently and my sister-in-law has been left to sell his car. She will have to sell it privately. However, this places her in a very vulnerable position as, being on her own, she's naturally...

Volvo V40 gearbox confusion

I'm confused about the auto gearboxes available on the Volvo V40. Although you refer to Powershift gearboxes in the review, the technical details refer to Geartronic boxes. Can you advise which is actually...

Does the Volvo XC70 diesel have a DPF, dual mass flywheel and EGR?

I am contemplating the purchase of a 2004-2007 Volvo XC70 automatic diesel. Were these vehicles fitted with DPFs, dual mass flywheels and exhaust gas recirculation valves? It will be my second car with...

How do I improve the ride on my car?

I have a 2008 Volvo S80 D5. Overall I'm happy with it except for the ride quality, the soft suspension may be good for absorbing bumps but it also causes the car to bounce around giving a fidgety ride....

V60 or 508

Whick car do you recommend? Volvo V60 DRIVe(powershift) or the Peugeot 508 EMG? I have tried them both, but read so many reviews about the bad 508 EMG! Is it really that bad? Should I rather go for the...