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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing

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

    Godd family runabout

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, Engine gave up at 80000 miles. Be careful if you buy one not as reliable as you think. Timing belt didn't fail the bloody top end and bottom end failed together. THIS IS POOR FOR TOYOTA.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    HONDA, MORE RELIABLE AND THE OPTION OF VTEC

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £2,600

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes,

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Reliability

    What was the dealer like?

    Numpty

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good

    What's it like to park?

    Good

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Engines bearings have failed

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's an estate

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Sat Nav