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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Says about my old man that he likes to drive in luxury and comfort with a bit of power for the odd occasion its needed.

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

    neighbours are jealous, friends love the power and cream leather.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, he rates them as the best cars on the road.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Think he will be looking at bmw 3 series again, or Audi A4.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,000

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reduced from £9495 to £9000 with 12 months MOT and full service before collection.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    My Dads, bought because it is the Ultimate Driving machine!

    What was the dealer like?

    Very Negotiable by all accounts

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Like a dream come true, pure comfort can bearly hear the engine running, Handles very well, effortless power from an awesome six cylinder engine actually a 2.5 not a 2.3 like some think, need to be careful in wet conditions round islands and bends go too quckly and you could be seeing the rear end coming round to meet you!

    What's it like to park?

    Not too much hassle

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Corroded brake pipe, intermittent fault where management lights flash on and off.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The Boot is huge!

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Climate Control, Cruise Control, Trip Computer Cream Leather Seats.