Renault Scenic (2003 - 2009) 1.6 VVT Dynamique 5d Auto (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Sensible, middle class, teacher. We aren't teachers
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
If you can't say anything nice....
Would you buy this car again and why?
No No faith in it's reliability. Harsh ride compared to Golf. Driving position is cramped if you are over 6' 3" after about 10 miles
What are you likely to buy next?
Volvo or anything German - Audi Mercedes BMW
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
June 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
The deal was about right for a main dealer, around £1000 more than independent.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The car is to be used to take my wife and I to France with room for everything, and to stock up on the way back. Easy access for aging mum and dad
What was the dealer like?
Like many, sold the sizzle not the beef. Salesman wasn't really interested in specifications or details.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lots of 'road feel', adequate performance.
What's it like to park?
Fine, we had reversing sensors fitted
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes and er.. Yes! Kept the neighbours awake with the faulty alarm for the 2nd week of ownership. 5th week - Gearbox management gave out on a day out to the coast. Booked in with dealer no courtesey car available. New set of wiper blades after 6 weeks, £59.00 not available at Halfords.
What's most practical about your car?
Access, Storage, Higher than usual view when driving
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Keyless start
