Daihatsu Charade Hatchback (2003 - 2007) 1.0 EL 3d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Mines lilac ( not by choice ) so id rather not think about it. Women love it though which is a bonus for a bloke.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Extremely impressed by it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, the economy is an easy 60 mpg ( can get 69 mpg if you try ), reliable and spacious, plus it will go fine on motorway with enough pep to cope.
What are you likely to buy next?
Nothing until my Chaarde dies, I love it too much, its the best car out of the 50-60 ive owned in the last ten years that ive ever had. A true giant killer.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,250
When did you buy the car?
March 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Very good yes.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
£35 road tax and exceptional economy figures plus the cheap price and low mielage of example bought.
What was the dealer like?
Brilliant.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very sprightly with good torque, gruff but tuneful engine. Very similar to original Mini but with modern refinement. Rides well, handling is ok but grip is low.
What's it like to park?
Simplicity itself.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Sticking front brakes due to lack of use by previous owner - otherwise superb.
What's most practical about your car?
Exceptional interior space for its external dimensions, excellent boot, brilliant turning circle.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The display that says hello and goodbye is a laugh.
