Ford Fiesta (2008 - 2017) 1.4 Titanium 5d (2009/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Fiestas are pretty ubiquitous, so probably blends into the background.

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

Neighbours love it as we share a drive and it's much smaller than our old Vectra, friends and family find it comfortable and like the look of it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Most definitely, it's great to drive, reliable, economical and looks good.

What are you likely to buy next?

Going to hold on to this one for a good couple of years yet, but will probably replace with something similar unless circumstances change.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,400

When did you buy the car?

April 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got a very good deal. Book price at the time was £7,600, was advertised for £7,000 and managed to get it for £6,400. Had just had a service and bodywork and interior were faultless.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed to downsize and was a good price.

What was the dealer like?

Bought privately.

What's it like to drive?

Fantastic to drive. Width is very easy to judge which makes driving through the lanes a doddle. Competent motorway cruiser, sat at 90 all day on a run down to the south of France with no complaints and was much quieter than our outgoing Vectra (and more economical). Being the Titanium model, handling is sharp but some people may find the ride slightly hard (I have no problems with it). The steering is wonderfully light at low speeds, but firms up substantially at speed making it stable on the motorway.

What's it like to park?

The wing mirrors took a bit of getting used to as there is a panel which offers a different zoom. Once you realise that, it's an absolute doddle. Helped by light power steering.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing whatsoever, although will be needing front pads at some time in the next 6 months or so.

What's most practical about your car?

Despite its small size will swallow 5 adults (just) and enough room in the back for the weekly shopping.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Climate control is brilliant, can make the interior either a fridge or an oven depending on your mood.