• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not a badge snob!

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

    Positive comments from all.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, if the wife ever decides to sell this one!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Unsure; no plans to change anytime soon.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £6,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, I got a good deal. It was a brand new car, with some nice options, for £6,000.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    The price was the main reason we went for the Picanto - £6,000.

    What was the dealer like?

    Local dealer; helpful and friendly, although gave very poor trade-in value on our slightly older car so we sold privately and got more.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Surprisingly good with one or two adults on board; anything over that and it begins to run out of puff.

    What's it like to park?

    Great. Visibility is good from the drivers position; no complaints.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No problems whatsoever. The car has a full service once every year and just goes on without fail - brilliant!

    What's most practical about your car?

    Cheap insurance and tax; also cheap to keep on the road in terms of servicing costs.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Unsure; has a couple of nice little touches.