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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I like things simple.

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

    They just think it is a practical car. Some think it is too small and uncomfortable.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, just because of the design black spots. There is nothing else wrong with it though.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something slightly larger.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £10,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Probably not, I am not a haggler.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    No

    What was the dealer like?

    I don't remember, but I do not remember any issues.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The drive is good. The only issue is the design means there are a couple of black spots.

    What's it like to park?

    As per driving, the design means that there are a couple of black spots, which can make things difficult.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing major. I recently had an oil leak, but it was apparently just a small thing that had broken and so only cost £100 to fix.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It is nice and small, but no too small.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None. The car is very basic.