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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Couldn't care what it says about me.

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

    They all like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes but only with a manual gearbox.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Lexus IS-F.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Ok deal, free road tax & tank of fuel.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Always wanted one.

    What was the dealer like?

    Bought from dealer before - no problems.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Engine is phenomenal - DCT gearbox is horrible! Always slipping the clutch & very harsh when upshifting & downshifting, even in its softest setting.

    What's it like to park?

    Fine, no problems.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Nothing really - the boot is an ok size.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The 4.0 V8!