Backracking

I own a 2007 (new model) Volvo V70 D5 and had a detachable swan necked tow bar fitted before purchase in order to accommodate a 2 bicycle rack. I bought a Swedish Thule rack, which has an attachment that...

Incapacity benefit

We’re considering buying a Volvo V70. Volvo has announced a V70 1.6D DRIVe, which my wife likes but I’m concerned that it might be a little underpowered. There's little information, but looking on the...

Swift departure

I'm looking to move on my 05 Volvo V70, 93,000 miles, and have received a couple of valuations from two internet-based firms. One firm, bestcarbuyer.co.uk, has made a 'reasonable' offer of £4,250, subject...

Well scrubbed

I have a Volvo V70 (new shape), but, as with the old model, I and other owners are only getting 10k-12k miles from the front tyres. I do not drive like a lunatic, nor do I accelerate harshly except for...

ill refute?

Are Volvos losing their much vaunted engine reliability? My 2003 S80 SE S5 auto with 60,000 plus on the clock has injector trouble and a friend with the same model and year has had two injectors go at...

Antiquated

I currently drive a 945 Volvo estate, which I love. It's getting old-would a new V70 Diesel, 2.0 litre model give sufficient power?

Nothing underneath

I have a 163bhp BMW 120d, which is great except that there is a lack of power between 1,000 rpm and 1,500 rpm. This is a real nuisance when pulling out at junctions in 2nd gear because it seems to take...

XC Naughty

I have a Volvo XC90 2.4 D5 SE 185, purchased in March 2006 and it has now done 74,000 miles. My mileage is largely motorway driving, no off road use, and I have always had it serviced at the Volvo dealer...

Evolving

I currently have a Volvo S40 2-litre Sport with 72,00 miles. I am considering buying a new Volvo S40 and have been quoted prices by Volvo dealers meeting Drivethedeal terms. I would welcome your opinion...

Turblow

My friend took her 02 reg Volvo V50 turbo diesel into a branch of a national chain of repairers for a service. It was booked in over the Internet and included, as a special offer, an engine flush. The...