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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Mr Average

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

    Server a purpose

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Cheap to tax and insure. Practical.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Vauxhall Zafira.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £3,100

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2004

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Large boot. Nippy engine. Cheap spares

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    A little flighty, especially when having to perform an emergency stop whilst cornering slightly. Only return about 35 MPG.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Blew head gasket soon after buying, at about 45000 miles. Broke diff and need a new gear box costing £800 at about 60000 miles

    What's most practical about your car?

    Large boot. 5 doors. Split folding seats.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air Conditioning