• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical

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

    Not exactly stylish for my age since I don't have kids! Was a bit of a joking point but that didn't bother me :).

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes because it ran forever with little TLC. All it got was oil and water and lasted 160000 miles. Great value for money!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Honda CRV / VW Tiguan / Nissan x trail / Freelander.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,500

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    He knocked off £500 so ok deal and was serviced and warranted.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Spacious and seats come out the back which I needed for my business.

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great little runner!

    What's it like to park?

    Very good due to good size windows, high seating position.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The gear box and clutch went at about 150000 miles and sadly timing belt at 159000 miles (first changed at 92000 miles) Alternator at around 157000 miles.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great visibility and very spacious.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Double sun roof.