Used 2005 Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Worst car I've ever owned
sgtcheesenols, Silver Spring, MD, 10/04/2013
Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
32 of 36 people found this review helpful
I have owned a Mitsubishi and 2 Hyundais in my lifetime, and taken all of them beyond 100K miles. They all had minimal issues, and 2 of them are still running with their new owners. At 50K miles, this Volvo began having a myriad of issues. I spent over $6K fixing it, and finally gave up. I had to replace the Dashboard A/C vents, the A/C compressor, the ceiling carpet, the brakes, both engine mounts, among other things. I finally gave up! The quality and reliability of this vehicle is horrible enough to make me never want to buy a Volvo again. Buyer beware if you plan
LOVE this car!
volvodrvr2, Harrisburg, PA, 09/18/2014
Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
41 of 48 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used a year and a half ago and after much debate while searching for a car, I am still 100% in love with my S40. The "high" maintenance bills (it did need the timing belt replaced for being over 100k - $700) and "Volvo" stigma were intimidating at first, but now that I've had the car I know it was still a solid choice. It's got all the features I wanted, gets good gas mileage and is a great looking car. 30k on it in my year and a half of ownership (now 135k) and it still runs like a champ!
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Expensive to fix
Carrie, 06/06/2010
Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I love how this car drives, and that it feels safe. However, just like the other reviews I have had several issues with this car. Several recalls, after 3 years the A/C broke and will cost an astronomical amount to fix. It blows hot air in summer, but it doesn't need a recharge. Engine blew at 88K, since it was past its warranty Volvo said too bad. It was their fault as they missed the oil leak that wore out the timing belt and thus broke the pistons in the engine. Word to the wise, save all of your maintenance records if you buy this car, as Volvo will surely look at it if you try to dispute a malfunction and they keep horrible records. Good Luck if you buy this one!
TERRIBLE CAR
Say no to Volvo, 02/02/2009
Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This car has been nothing but trouble since the day I bought it. AC switches on/off and turns to heat in the middle of summer. You cannot even change the battery without having to tow it to the dealership and have them reset the computer. Now the starter is dead. I will never, ever buy a Volvo again. Stick with Honda (I had a Honda before this car). Volvo S40's don't hold their resale, either.
05 s40 is a money pit
CB, San Diego, CA, 03/09/2016
Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
Ive had a slew of issues and high cost repairs on this car. From struts, to transmission issues, gear module, etc. Every car needs service, what makes Volvo "special" is it takes a Volvo specialist to make necessary repairs and usually at high cost. A 2 yr lease is probably the way to go if you desire a Volvo, purchasing one will be a forever quest in high cost maintenance.
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