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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Like cars.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Love it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - very reliable, cheap to run and excellent to drive.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    320d M Sport estate (something a little bigger).

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,400

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Car was a part-ex at a Nissan garage.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Cheap road tax, high MPG and excellent to drive.

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly but not always honest.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    M Sport pack makes such a difference and makes the car excellent to drive.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy, rear parking sensors, good visibility and steering goes lighter at slow speeds.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    High MPG.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Two zone air con.