Citroën Berlingo (1998 - 2009) 2.0 HDi Forte (90bhp) 5d (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not interested

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

Amused - one neighbour bought one herself after seeing mine.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but only one that has different seat coverings.

What are you likely to buy next?

Might look at Picasso or Scenic for more power but probably another Berlingo.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£45,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not particularly. Tow hook thrown in.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

room, ability to tow a small caravan

What was the dealer like?

OK but too far away - 50 miles

What's it like to drive?

I am very tall in the back so headroom good on long drives. Gearbox/brakes fine. Performance fine if not a boy racer. Rear windows don't wind down so very hot in back .

What's it like to park?

Fine.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Crankshaft pulley came apart. Citreon agreed faulty manufacture but wouldn't compensate. Seats terrible in that they stain too easily, even water, and had to have drivers 'restuffed' as split starting. Couldn't fit sunroof to my particular model.

What's most practical about your car?

Terrific headroom. Masses of space everywhere. Fully folding seats. Good mpg - 45 or 35 with caravan (these on French roads travelling at 60/65).

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Nothing particular, not a lot of gadgets !