Toyota Avensis Hatchback (2003 - 2008) 1.8 VVT-i T3-X 5d (06) (2007/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Cars don't actually talk, if yours does, seek help.

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

Comfortable, well specified very capable (especially with winter tyres on).

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, new model omits hatch from range, is larger in exery respect, less well specified, over priced, and would mean visiting my local toyota dealer who seems to want to find "faults" with my car that simply do not exist.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something practical and capable and sensibly priced.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£899,500

When did you buy the car?

October 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought ove phone from main dealer as local dealers would not "consider offers" they were asking 3k more for same model.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Best value for money anywhere, very well specified.

What was the dealer like?

Excellent, gave part ex, over phone and delivered nearly new car (1100 miles 11months old) 180miles!!!

What's it like to drive?

Very relaxed and comfortable, cruises effortlesly at an speed, even when fully laden.

What's it like to park?

A doddle.

Have you had any problems with the car?

NO

What's most practical about your car?

Massive boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Electrochromatic mirror.