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Originally Posted by Volvophile
I presume it's petrol you're considering? If so, I would say the 2.0 litre would be the best compromise of the lot (unless you go for the heart ruling choice of a T5). It revs nicely and has just enough power for a car of the C30's size. The 1.6 litre is a Ford Kent engine and with 100bhp is just a bit slow.
If looking at the 1.8 or 2.0 litre I would make sure to check for oil burning symptoms. I have seen it on many of the 1.8's and it is quite common on less well maintained examples.
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Yes, I am only looking at Petrol models. Don't have a commute anymore to work.
Didn't realise they suffered from oil-burning issues? I wouldn't say it's a deal breaker, though not reassuring.
The S40 Mk2 is a consideration as well. Pretty much any engine interests me in the range. Ideally 1.8 upwards, though wouldn't turn down a 1.6 if the right one came up local.