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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not a eurobox driver.

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

    Smart looking car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes but would like a LSD they can be bought for £1300 from quiafe fitted a bit expensive i believe.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Auction

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,500

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Bought at auction from main agent part-ex

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Build Quality

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very taught chassis but doesnt crash over bumps. Lots of torque from virtually tickover.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Front brake pads,and clip of power steering rotted away.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Its comfy for long journeys but still handles well on track days.Also returns over 30 mpg on a run. Unlike my previous cars Evo and Scooby

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    M sport bits.