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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Entering middle age but still want an executive-ish car.

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

    Not a lot.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No- zero fun, basic interior, better value elsewhere.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Quashquai or freelander for practicality or Lexus Is for value / executive bits or Boxster for fun.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes- sellers emigrating.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Estate for the puppy!

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Heavy, sluggish through gears 1 and 2.

    What's it like to park?

    Fine. rear parking sensors included.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Brake pads, tyres.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good sized boot. good mpg.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The bit that you can lift to separate the boot from the back seat.