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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Unconventional, not a badge snob.

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

    A real under the radar car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No - due to getting dogs, its not practical.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    An estate.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,100

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Value/performance

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent fun.

    What's it like to park?

    fine.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Turbo neede replacing at 35K miles, front tyres only last 6-8K miles.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Always averages over 30mpg even with lots of town commuting.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?