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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sensible, with the occasional flashback to my "boy racer" days

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

    they're impressed, looks good on the driveway and will give years of loyal service

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    yes, build quality and impeccable reliability are impressive

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £5,600

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The car was nearly £10k cheaper than new with only one owner and 23000 miles.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Top notch. Bent over backwards to help. Wish I hadn't bothered with warranty - didn't need it

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It needs revving quite hard to get the most performance but it does go well when you do. Very quiet and comfy, not too bad on fuel. Good all rounder!

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing

    What's most practical about your car?

    Fold the seats down and its like a small van - very handy when you need to pick up bulky stuff like furniture etc.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Superb quality cd sound system