Renault Clio Hatchback (2001 - 2008) 1.5 dCi Dynamique (65bhp) 3d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
that I am totally unconcerned about car image.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
when it is running, nice easy to drive, pleasant to look at
Would you buy this car again and why?
no. Too many faults, Renault not interested, poor parts delivery. Now went 7 weeks without the car. Turbo failure that Renault dealer would charge nearly £3000 to fix. Renault have now sent the wrong turbo twice! I have aquired a copy of Renualt UK internal documentation on Turbo Fails across the range. Makes scary reading. Nobody would buy a DCI from Renault or Nissan if they let this out to the press.. Renualt wanted £35 for the sunroof seal. Known fault but admit that the replacement seal leaks just as much as the original. Repaired it myself.
What are you likely to buy next?
Vauxhall or Ford
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,200
When did you buy the car?
April 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got a good price for my previous car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
My Mitsubishi Lancer liked a drink (20mpg around town if you where lucky). So thought little Diesel for the commute to work would be better
What was the dealer like?
Dealer is great but a bit slow to get things done
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
not too bad. I'm 6 foot tall and it's ok until you notice how offset the pedals are.
What's it like to park?
massive back window and quite light power steering makes it a doddle
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, never ever again. Electric window jamming, sunroof leaking, egr valve replaced , turbo blown up.
What's most practical about your car?
65mpg when it is running
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
trip computer
