Daihatsu Materia (2007 - 2010) 1.5 5d (2010/10) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm an individual, and I don't go with the crowd. I've always been like that with my cars though.

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

Divided opinions. I don't care though, it's my car and it suits me perfectly,.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would, may have to import the turbo from Japan next time, such a shame Daihatsu left Europe. Such a shame it didn't sell well in the UK, you can do much much worse than this amazing little car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Not going to change it for many years yet, but as I've previously said, maybe import a Materia Turbo.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,000

When did you buy the car?

April 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

I bought from a fab daeler in Doncaster CEJ300.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I bought it because I wanted a taller car with a bit more headroom, and WOW did I choose right.

What was the dealer like?

Superb, only deals with low mileage cars, fabulously friendly, even picked me up from the railway station as I travelled from Newcastle upon Tyne to buy the car. Highly recommended dealer.

What's it like to drive?

Handles amazingly, puts a fab smile on my face when driving it, very peppy little engine, very quiet too.

What's it like to park?

An absolute doddle, the rear parking sensor helps too.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Only just bought it, but with 2 years' manufacturer's warranty left and Daihatsu's superb reliability reputation, I'm not expecting anything to go wrong.

What's most practical about your car?

The massive doors mirrors, the sliding rear seat

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Love the rear parking sensor, the stereo, the height, the cute looks,.