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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I like comfort and style.

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

    They love it, friend is now thinking of buying one too.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    YES because it is a very good car and has been very reliable.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Lexus IS 220d or a BMZ 320D mSport.

  • 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?

    £5,700

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, as it was a straight trade for my old car.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Comfort

    What was the dealer like?

    Pretty good but nothing exceptional.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Brilliant - very smooth and comfortable. Though watch out as too much power/torque for front wheel drive.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy. even though it is long it feels like your trying park a car the size of a VW Polo.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Front anti roll bar bushes had gone.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Excellent fuel economy for the size, excellent amount of torque for overtaking. Really comfortable on long drives.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Built in sat nav and heated seats with winter coming up.