• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Either - "safe family" or "silly choice"

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

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, defeinetly not. Too many trim faults and silly other faults that are not addressed by inadequate dealer.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Ford S-Max

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £14,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    As a soldier serving overseas I got it Tax free

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    We wanted a safe family car, oh and my wife chose it!

    What was the dealer like?

    The dealer was ok initially but after the sale was useless

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth drive with a good view just about all round but the rear 3/4. This engine has plenty of speed as required and has no trouble on the german autobahn. easy to drive in town too.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park as we added reverse sensors

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Various trim items breaking. New brake discs needed at first service with alot less mileage than expected. Fails to start on first push of the button sometimes.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Roomy car with lots of little storage spaces and seat configurations.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Sliding centre console is a neat touch but it was an extra cost option!