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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sensible

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

    Like it, friends say its quite big, due to age (22) and being single user.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW 3 series, Skoda Superb.

  • 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?

    £5,500

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    A bit overpriced, but worth it.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a diesel, due to new job.

    What was the dealer like?

    Usually

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good grips well, pulls well.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, due to rear parking sensors.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Alternator went 2 weeks after I purchase the car, fixed under warranty. New starter motor required march 2012.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Big boot for a medium sized car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Half-leather interior, 6th gear, auto lights/wipers.