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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Attractive but practical.

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

    Admire the daytime running lights, several locals have bought similar models.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, but diesel.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Corsa or Astra.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £11,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Pretty good.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Loss of company car, very similar model.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very good, although 1.6 petrol engine weak for automatic box.

    What's it like to park?

    Very good and sensors are a boon as my wife and I share the car.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Almost nothing except a sudden leak of water into the cabin.

    What's most practical about your car?

    No nonsense electric handbrake.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Fast-clear windscreen button.