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Common problems and issues Volvo V60 buyers should know

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While the Volvo V60 is a well-built, comfortable estate, some used examples suffer from diesel engine oil leaks linked to EGR faults, automatic gearbox hesitation, and electrical issues with the infotainment and safety systems, with certain build years more affected than others. Knowing what to check for will help you avoid expensive surprises and decide whether your used car is worth the seller’s asking price. Or if you’re mechanically minded, you can fix the issues with new or used Volvo V60 parts and grab yourself a bargain.

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The Best Cars for Dog Lovers

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We’re a nation of pet lovers and dogs need a lot of attention. The bigger the pooch, the more exercise and days out it requires for good health and vitality. Walks in the county and on the beach are great, but you’ll need a sturdy and spacious vehicle to get you there.

Whilst we’ve looked at how to keep dogs safe in your car during the heat of the summer, what about the best vehicles for keeping them comfortable on the road? In this article we explore the top cars that offer for a smooth ride on long journeys with robust interiors so you and Rover can arrive in style, where-ever you’re going.

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Volvo V70 common problems, issues and reliability

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The Volvo V70 is one of those cars that you simply can’t fail to recognise out on the streets. With a strong, boxy look that somehow manages to be effortlessly stylish, you can see why this vehicle has been a mainstay of Volvo’s range for a number of years now.

Evolved from the famous 850 that enjoyed a high degree of popularity in the 1990s, the V70 first appeared in 1996 and has been on our roads ever since with subsequent iterations enjoying bodywork upgrades from the studios of Peter Horbury.

The V70 makes a great second hand car, but beware; it is not completely immune from faults and issues. Fortunately with our common problems guide you can stay one step ahead of any tricky sellers that try to catch you out. 

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10 Great Winter Cars… That Won’t Break the Bank

car in winter

Don’t be deceived. Until March is safely behind us in the rear-view mirror, we are not out of the winter’s cold grasp. When the snow comes down and the slush then freezes overnight, whole traffic systems can slow down and that’s with the support urban gritters. If you live in the country then conditions are often doubly treacherous, making motoring a potential nail biting scenario, if you could only release your cast iron grip on the steering wheel.

Of course, certain cars measure up better in cold weather than others and can add a whole new dimension to motoring in the winter. However, no-one wants to break the bank, so we thought we’d take a look at some of the best seasonal runners that can be found on the second-hand market for less than £5K.

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Volvo S40 common problems

Volvo S40

Want a combination of luxury and solid motoring? You could do a whole lot worse than looking at the Volvo S40. This strong and very solid vehicle gives you a professional edge, loads of space and a cool profile that is available in a whole range of different models.

There’s nothing quite like a Volvo when it comes to safety, but this doesn’t mean it’s immune to problems and issues. If you’re considering purchasing a used S40 then you should be aware of the following widely known faults.

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