Renault Scenic (2003 - 2009) 1.6 VVT Authentique (09/03-09/05) 5d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
i was dubious about buying a French car but it has not let me down at all, says that I am brave as most people complain about reliability issues
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like the style and comfort of the car, are surprised that I have not had any real problems with it as the reliabilty reputation is poor
Would you buy this car again and why?
Maybe with a diesel engine, but the wiper noise drives me mad
What are you likely to buy next?
toyota Prius, for comfort, quality build, relability factor, good MPG
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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?
£7,500
When did you buy the car?
March 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
good p/x price for a 100K vauxhall Zafira
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Stylish, spacious, practical, easy to drive
What was the dealer like?
very good, enthusiastic, all conditions were met on time, first class
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
smooth, quiet, easy to drive, 1.6 petrol is sluggish ok from 50mph upwards, but no low down pulling power for smartish overtaking.
What's it like to park?
easy to park no blind spots
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nearside rear outer door moulding caught on front door and buckled, this has happened to other owners, cost to fit new and spray £135. Wiper blades replaced at delivery, very noisy, new blades helped but generally very clanky in operation
What's most practical about your car?
seating arrangements, easy to fold down rear seats. High seats easy to get in and out of car
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
heated seats, interior mirror automatically adjust to prevent night time dazzle, auto headlights and wipers come on as required.
