• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It says I'm a bit of an old fart.

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

    The car is anonymous in many respects. There is absolutely no aura about owning this silver surfer's transport.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. The car isn't cheap new, but it is unloved by the general public and true second hand prices plummet after a year.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    My next car is likely to be a diesel coupe.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £5,200

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The car was a great dealbecause it was a cat d insurance claim after a rear end shunt.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    The extra height in the cabin were beneficial.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It is noisy under acceleration that is anything more than pedestrian. The visibility is good overall, but a bit tricky low down to the rear.

    What's it like to park?

    Parking is easy due to heavily assisted power steering.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good cabin access front and rear. We carry our grandchildren a lot!

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air-con.