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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I've made it.

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

    Find it rather small in the back.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, boot too small, local BWM dealer dreadful. Very low to the ground, difficult to get out off at times.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Skoda Yeti.

  • 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?

    £13,000

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I think so.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I like the size, and performance.

    What was the dealer like?

    First class.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It is smooth and a dream to drive.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    ABS, noisy steering wheel, loosing coolant, rear wiper washer failed.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Tyre pressure warning.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Auto lights accessory.