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  • Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Trial and error!

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

    They liked the colour (Red). Some people thought it was a bit trendy, but it had no body kits or alloys.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. Onwards and upwards.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Volkswagon Golf V Reg

  • 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?

    £1,850

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2000

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    It was a reasonable price at the time. I got some extras thrown in, like seat covers and mats!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    First Car, small engine, medium sized car, with good storage.

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly, not quite a Dellboy but it worked well for both of us!

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Light steering considering it was not power steering. It only had four gears.

    What's it like to park?

    Not bad

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Emmissions were always tricky on the MOT's! I had a bearing go on one of the wheels, and the usual maintenance.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Storage, seat space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?