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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?

    Liked it, most people say it's much nicer than the Astra and on a par with the Golf.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes.

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £14,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    We got a very good deal, managed to get a good discount and a few optional extras thrown in, such as a 6 disc cd player, fitted rear sunblinds.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Good reputation & reliability.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very quick. Handles superbly. Not very economical though, less than 30mpg average. Very refined & quiet on motorway, good around town.

    What's it like to park?

    Good.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    It doesn't always want to start first time, sometimes I have to turn it over a few times, which is surprising for a new car. Dealer said there was nothing wrong!

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good sized boot, plenty of head & leg room for 4 adults.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Flip key!