volvo s40, s60
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ok guys what do u feel bout volvo?
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I personally dun like the designs... nor the prices.
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when it comes to design..volvo looks nicer then some of the japanese car...which look more cartoon like...i mean look at latio or honda city....even da new honda sucks...maybe i like those more tough squarish looking car
wht bout its performance? i havent drive any volvo b4... -
I heard that its built like a tank.
Not sure about now though...anyway i love the XC90. -
Well if i were to buy a car from that class, i'd go for the new Saab 95... looks far more sleek.
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the new 95 is real cool. heck, i'd even go for a 4 year old 95 since they look so innovative even for those years.Originally posted by cornyfish2000:Well if i were to buy a car from that class, i'd go for the new Saab 95... looks far more sleek.
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Yes.. agree latio and city differnt class.Originally posted by cornyfish2000:Well if i were to buy a car from that class, i'd go for the new Saab 95... looks far more sleek.
Can't compare volvo to latio or City, totally different in terms of price.
But 95 is a real cheap facelift stun.. dun think its better than the Volvos..
S40 and 60 are great cars.. great handling and powerful (test driven V70, V50 T5). Looks wise, i prefer the V50. But I've seen the S60R.. damn mean car.
Btw, if the thread starter has real intension to buy a volvo (i.e. not a kid) he should just go SM motor for a test drive. -
im going to australia to buy
spore i can afford only a civic
but ya im not exactly sure what to get...volvo, bmw, holden, ford...etc...volvo seems underated there...and the price is cheaper then a bmw -
For me the only Volvos I like are the Olympian, B10TL and B9TL.
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I still prefer the 1994-98 Saab 900s. Saab seems to have stopped building hatchbacks after 2000 or 2001.Originally posted by nullifi3d:the new 95 is real cool. heck, i'd even go for a 4 year old 95 since they look so innovative even for those years. -
Never a fan of the 9-5, the proportion fo the car just looks totally off. The new facelift makes it look worst..like someone just punched its face. (yeah I know looks are subjective, so just my 2 cents) Ahh but the 9-3...I likeOriginally posted by nullifi3d:the new 95 is real cool. heck, i'd even go for a 4 year old 95 since they look so innovative even for those years.
However, overall, I will still choose a Volvo for its quality, style and handling over a Saab. -
Can consider the Astra 1.8 auto?
German & good price?
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Opels / Vuxhalls will never be my 1st choice of cars.. If it has to be something that range, ill go for a VW Jetta or a Renult Megane.Originally posted by eric3417:Can consider the Astra 1.8 auto?
German & good price? -
It takes time to get used to it's looks. I drive a Saab 95 2.0T in SG, Dad's 2nd car and i love it after a while. Totally different from driving a Merc or a Bmw.. Here in Canada, i just drive a simple Jetta.Originally posted by KangZ:Never a fan of the 9-5, the proportion fo the car just looks totally off. The new facelift makes it look worst..like someone just punched its face. (yeah I know looks are subjective, so just my 2 cents) Ahh but the 9-3...I like
However, overall, I will still choose a Volvo for its quality, style and handling over a Saab. -
The only sad thing is that Trans Eurokars didn't bring in the 9-5 Viggen. Now that would be a monster.Originally posted by ben1406:It takes time to get used to it's looks. I drive a Saab 95 2.0T in SG, Dad's 2nd car and i love it after a while. Totally different from driving a Merc or a Bmw.. Here in Canada, i just drive a simple Jetta.
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well u cant have torque steer without the immense TORQUEOriginally posted by nullifi3d:The only sad thing is that Trans Eurokars didn't bring in the 9-5 Viggen. Now that would be a monster.
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Anyone driven the 9-5 Aero?
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S40:
Exterior: looks a odd initially, like a truncated version of S60 (its a Ford Focums/Mazda 3 platform, dimensions similiar). But looks grow on you.
Interior: the rear's a little cramped, leg and headroom-wise. But the materials are quite decent (fascia's a little rough tho, compared to luxury makes). But well equipped and ergonomics is good. I like the floating console, classy. Seats worth mentioning: superb for long dist driving, little driver fatigue with good support. Pretty refined, except for wind noise from side mirrors.
Engine: 2.4l NA (my dad's car) or 2.5l turbo (test drove too). Pretty strong mid range torque. Off beat 5 cylinder warble interesting. Needs a little determination to rev up, but once up and steaming you can bully a 320i out of your way (show-off deserved it). For city driving, 2.4l is sufficient.
Handling: body movement well controlled. Predisposed to understeer thanks to hefty nose. But otherwise quite pleasing to drive (Focus' heavier sister). Not as deft as a BMW, but steady enough in corners, throttle controllable. Ride a little jarring over rough roads (esp lowered T5) but acceptable. Brake pedal spongy, modulate with care or scrub off too much speed (coz the brakes bite fiercely when stomped on).
Overall: a good car for an affordable price. If you're not looking for too much space and drive longer distances, a great cruiser. But for more fun with less money, the Focus is good. -
Saab cars are good when new, but they not build to last. Go check out a 3-4 year old saab before considering getting a new one.
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my saab back home is about 3 odd years old. only problem it ever gave me was right rear brake light failure. yeah, we always hear of saabs breaking down, etc etc.. my car's interior is still in very good condition. i guess it depends on whether the owner looks after his car right ?Originally posted by Gazelle:Saab cars are good when new, but they not build to last. Go check out a 3-4 year old saab before considering getting a new one. -
yeah i tested one over here in Canada. great car i must say, handling and performance is way better then mine back home.. tried both 9-3 & 9-5 Aeros. i like the 9-3 areo better.Originally posted by cornyfish2000:Anyone driven the 9-5 Aero?
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What about a 1996 900S (new gen)? Is it still good?Originally posted by Gazelle:Saab cars are good when new, but they not build to last. Go check out a 3-4 year old saab before considering getting a new one.
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go check out for yourself lah...I think the major turn off is the interior as they tend to fall apart after a few years. many this could be due to our harsh weather and humidity.Originally posted by iveco:What about a 1996 900S (new gen)? Is it still good?