• Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I am a sheep and believe the hype.

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

    They all love the look of it, the sunroof and the toys. Can't beleive the price though

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Never. Possibly the most useless and overated car ever

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something useful like a proper 4x4

  • Buying experience

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £18,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    T first though it was ok but really its a big No. £18500 for an Almera with Big wheels. Not the dealers fault though

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Looked smart, liked the toys it has and heard rave reviews. Also seen plenty on the road so I though surely all these people can't be wrong. hmm

    What was the dealer like?

    Nice

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Rubbish, feels like a jeep, get sea sick around corners. Feels big and slow

    What's it like to park?

    Easy because of the camera

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Goes through tyres too easily and they are not cheap. Nothing mechanical

    What's most practical about your car?

    Nothing at all, better off with a standard hatch back

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The touch screen media console