Daewoo Matiz (1998 - 2005) EZ+ 5d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a cheap skate, ha ha!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's my little squeaker (fan belt squeaks too), and one of my many faults, ha ha! No, they know it's my little doodlebug, although they'd probably never buy one!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Hmm... on a good day, yes, on a bad day no. Probably not, but more because I have a partner, child and weekly shopping to think about!
What are you likely to buy next?
Hmmm.... hoping to inherit a Honda Civic1.7 TDi (if I can afford the insurance!)
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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?
£2,995
When did you buy the car?
April 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
No, guy was a scumbag and fleeced me three days after I passed my driving test!!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Cheap and cheerful!
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Rough. Really struggles on hills, and with any kind of load. Gear changes can be clunky, but it's a grafter of a car.
What's it like to park?
Doddle. Reverse parking sensors make it even easier!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, multiple clutch-cablesnaps before having to replace the clutch entirely. Also the engine "Check"light has been on for the past 14 months!
What's most practical about your car?
Work in the city, and commuting's a whizz, parking's even better!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Rear sensors
