Citroën Xsara Picasso (2000 - 2010) 1.8i 16V SX 5d (2001/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family man (unfortunately!)
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They have one themselves. Everyone else likes theirs. Suspect ours was a iffy one!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No - build quality poor, and is like driving a van on roller skates!
What are you likely to buy next?
Renault Scenic (diesel)
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
April 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
No - traded in an MG ZR and lost £2K in value.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Need a car for the family
What was the dealer like?
Helpful up to sale, and apologetic when things started to go wrong. Did not find and fix faults properly.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very prone to oversteering. Slow to accelerate. Drinks petrol like an American gas guzzler!
What's it like to park?
Pretty good to park.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Driveshaft failed - heavy clunking noises! Replaced after complaining to garage. Power steering failed while being drive on a long journey. AA called out and recommended replacement of pump. Garage only replaced a hose! Lots of noises from vehicle while in motion. In floor storage flooded. Radio worked intermittently or not at all. Been in the garage longer than we have used it!
What's most practical about your car?
Space for the family.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Nothing
