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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    They like it. It's a smart looking car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. It's perfect for me. Diesel engine and sports handling.

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £5,500

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes. it was about £500 cheaper than book price at the time and was very tidy.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good, professional and friendly.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Brilliant. It pulls like a train when the Turbo kicks in and corners like it's on rails because it's an SXI. Engine is superb on motorway and in town and very fuel efficient.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, but I drive HGV's for a living so I would say that!

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Fuel lines had perished slightly and needed replacing. Done free and speedily by the dealer.

    What's most practical about your car?

    MPG.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    It's an SXI.