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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like something that's a bit different.

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

    They think it is great. Considering the size it is very comfortable.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, as long as I can find one with reverse gear that is easy to find!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure, but I would hopefully replace this one with the same.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I thought a reasonable deal as not easy to obtain at that time.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a 4 x 4 as a spare car, as live in the country and essential in Winter.

    What was the dealer like?

    Dealer Ok. Salesman not the most honest!

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Accelerates well once out of 1st gear. Corners brilliantly due to 4 x 4.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy apart from difficulty with reverse gear!

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The only issue is reverse gear. Fiat dealer says nothing wrong, but I have been driving for 30 years and I say there is. Keeps slipping out of reverse gear.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It gives you a solid feel. Great fun to drive.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    No favourite. It just has great character.