Volkswagen Lupo (1999 - 2005) 1.4 S 3d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Its pretty girly so sometimes I feel a bit embarassed when I pull up next to sometime with my 13 inch steel wheels. But it oozes class and the interior is perfect.

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

They think its great, the girls love it haha. My mum and dad likes how it feels much faster than their Punto and Stilo, they were suprised.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would because its just everything I need.

What are you likely to buy next?

Mini.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,150

When did you buy the car?

April 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, didn't see any others for a price that even came close.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Price, quality, image.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Faster than I expected, so easy to park and slot into spaces because its so small. Yet motorway journeys are a pleasure, keeps up well if being a little raucous in the process. Seats supportive even on a 4 hour trip from Nottingham to Scotland.

What's it like to park?

Easy peasy even for me who cant park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Cuts out randomly under braking. Dodgy windows, very tempremental. Sometimes struggles to get in reverse.

What's most practical about your car?

It is very small but bigger than you'd expect on the inside. Perfect size. It makes me happy everytime I see it but it has too many niggles for me to be totally happy with it. My parents have owned Fiat's for years and not had this many problems, says a lot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

One touch windows, height adjustable seats on both front seats.