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Why is the Audi A3 more common than the Volvo S40? 27 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are planning to exchange her Peugeot 207 for something bigger and more comfortable for long journeys. We have more or less decided on either... -
At what age is a Volvo C70 likely to become unreliable? 8 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
Two Years ago I bought a Volvo C70 D3 with 10,000 miles on the clock from an independent dealer with a full service history. I have been very happy... -
Why does Volvo only make the 3-litre T6 as a diesel variant? 2 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have always been a Volvo fan and own currently a top-end 2002 Volvo 2.4T V70 that needs replacing. On looking around for a V70/XC70 replacement I find,... -
Issue with nearly new car 6 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a 2011 Volvo V50 D2 DRIVe 1.6 bought as a demonstrator in May 2011 with only 11 miles on the clock at the time of purchase. After approximately... -
A recall was issued for Volvo V70 2.0L diesels, what year does this affect? 31 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
I was interested in buying a Volvo V70 2.0L diesel estate but have read there was / is a recall on some of them due to the inlet manifold melting because... -
Can you recommend a set of winter tyres for my Volvo V60? 8 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me if it’s worth buying winter tyres on my Volvo V60? I do about 10,000 miles during the winter month, but only drive on motorways. -
Can I fit Ford Focus wheels to my Volvo? 1 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
I wish to fit winter tyres(205/55/16) for my 2007 Volvo V70 onto used steel rims but steels for Volvo are difficult to source. Can I use wheels from a... -
Volvo V70 D4 reliability 27 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
My new May 2014 Volvo V70 Diesel (D4 181) has been extremely plagued with faults. The repairs were carried out at two separate Volvo dealers. I was told... -
Volvo cars reliability 12 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I recently took my car for its fourth annual service at TMS Volvo at 46000 miles when, during the service, a gearbox fluid leak was identified. I paid... -
Is a car more valuable secondhand if it's only been serviced by the dealer? 1 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a Volvo XC90 from new. It's now nearly six years old and is due its next service. It has so far been serviced by Volvo but if I have it serviced... -
Should I be able to get a discount on a used Volvo V70? 20 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying my first used car as an adult. I have visited a couple of dealers, but no one is offering a discount. Am I doing something wrong... -
Relacing a Volvo V70 - Recommendations? 1 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my trusty and faithful, (had it for 12 years) Volvo 2000, V70 2.5D SE with something equivalent - recommendations please. What are... -
Replacing a Volvo XC70 - what should we buy? 30 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
The time has come for us to change our Volvo XC70 diesel, which has not been as reliable as past Volvos. We would be looking at a two or three year old... -
Which cars use the Volvo 5-cylinder diesel engine? 15 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently test-drove a Volvo V40 with the 5-cylinder diesel engine. It was great, but just a bit small for us. Could you tell me which other cars of any... -
Did you know that you get free European breakdown cover if you have your Volvo serviced at a Volvo dealer? 14 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
Did you know that if you have your car serviced at a Volvo dealer, they give you free European breakdown cover irrespective of the age of the car? I have... -
Volvo S60 - 8 year service 14 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
My 2003 (53) Volvo S60 is due for its 8-year service shortly. I have owned the car since new and it has covered only 8,045 miles (not short runs!). The... -
Have you any experience of the V60's ride quality? 16 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
Have you any experience of the Volvo V60 D4 SE? I understand that the ride quality is poor on the standard dynamic chassis currently offered by Volvo and... -
Rubber banged 10 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
I wonder if you can help me with Volvo? I have a 2002/52 V70D5 registered. I am the first owner. Mileage is 77,526. It has been driven carefully and the... -
Mazda 6 vs Volvo S60 20 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
We are considering buying a new car and have narrowed our choices to a diesel Mazda 6 and a S60 Volvo diesel. However we are concerned about reports that... -
Which tyres would give a softer ride on my Volvo V70? 15 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I drive a Volvo V70 on Pirelli 6000 tyres (original spec). Can you recommend a tyre that would provide a softer ride?