Nissan Primera Hatchback (1999 - 2002) 1.8 16V Sport 5d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Underestimated!

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

They like it and think it's a bargain.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would aways like to try something different next time.

What are you likely to buy next?

Peugeot Coupe (maybe).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car was very cheap, the only car I found with 4 air bags, camchain, no expensive bills looming e.g. Cambelt.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My previous was written off when an articulated lorry came out of a side road and hit me. I decided to buy something cheap with my savings to tide me over until I decided what to borrow/buy. It is so good I kept it.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Feels to me like a sports car. Firm suspension, tactile controls especially leather steering wheel, supportive sports seats, corners flat, tons of grip. The engine is super - smooth and quiet but not especially powerful. Firm suspension over speed bumps and at low speed less comfortable than I am used to.

What's it like to park?

Easy, though like a lot of cars it's hard to judge the end of the nose.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Needed new exhaust, bought stainless one guaranteed for life of car for same price. Also remote plippers had been crushed by previous user and gave up the ghost (change the batteries rather than press harder!). and were expensive at the dealers. ebay came to the rescue for the units and the programming instructions.

What's most practical about your car?

Spacious five seater with headrests, huge boot and really classy folding rear seats.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I love the 8 - spoke alloys, easy to clean and look great. Air con useful too, great dehumidifier in winter.