Article Comments: 2008 Volvo C30 First Drive

141 messages, Last post on Aug 19, 2009 at 8:19 AM

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First Drive: 2008 Volvo C30 - Although the C30 arrives in the U.S. next summer, it has already gone on sale in Europe so we headed for the U.K. and sampled one on the wrong side of the road. (more)

Full Test: 2008 Volvo C30 - A nicely appointed, strong-performing 2+2 with an upscale flare and a light disposition. (more)

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#138 of 141 Re: getting back on topic... [jblair] by volvomax Jun 18, 2008 (8:26 am)
Replying to: jblair (Jun 18, 2008 8:07 am) FWIW, its never a good idea to rub low profile tires against a curb. Chances are, you will rupture the side wall. There are some tires that have a lip over the rim. The Michelin Pilot Sports for example. Enjoy your new car! Replies to this message: pf_flyer (Jun 18, 2008 9:35 am)
#139 of 141 Re: getting back on topic... [volvomax] by pf_flyer HOST Jun 18, 2008 (9:35 am)
Replying to: volvomax (Jun 18, 2008 8:26 am) Curbs and tires don't mix. Just Ask Dub Schwartz!
#140 of 141 re: test drive by bocatrip Apr 03, 2009 (7:35 pm)
I took a C30 out for a test drive recently and was quite unimpressed. Although it was a solid riding car with decent acceleration, it was way way overpriced for what you are getting. True it has a stronger engine than a Mazda 3, and Mini, but with just a handful of options, we are talking $32,000! I like the looks, but for these dollars there are many options out there that are more substantial all around. By the way, the dealership had 3 in stock and were not selling too many of them either. In addition, the future for Volvo these days is up for grabs with China looking like a possible buyer. I do like the looks as it brings back my memory of the 1800ES I used to drive.
#141 of 141 Wind Noise by stacy26 Aug 19, 2009 (8:19 am)
This car has so much wind noise I can not hear myself think. I am getting rid of my 2008. On the C30 users group I found on the web I was told it was a design flaw any one else have this problem I have had it to the Dealer many times to try and fix it, but nothing has worked it seems to get worse every day. Also I have had my alighment done at the dealer twice it seems to go out after about 5,000 miles. Can't wait to get rid of it.