• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I am responsible, practical and mindful of the effect my driving habits is having on the environment.

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

    They all love it and one friends who is looking for a new car has decided to get one.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would even though I am still getting know this one.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    I do not intend to buy another car for several years, so I don't know at this stage.

  • 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?

    £79,950

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes I did as I had seen an older and lower spec car at a Ford dealer for only a few hundred pounds less.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I needed a smaller and more economical car.

    What was the dealer like?

    The dealer was very helpfu, not pushy and i would recommend them to my friends.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Having been a driver for 22 years, it is nice to get in the drive without the need for a cushion for the extra height. My previous car was a 2 litre with 24 valves I have noticed the difference in pulling of and that the gear changing is much slower. I am however happy to poodle along in my 1.4 while having a fwe more pounds in my pocket with the prices of running a car these days. I also feel that I am making a difference to the environment with lower emission levels.

    What's it like to park?

    I have not encountered any problems so far.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    I have only had my car for three weeks, but I took it on a run to Scotland and there is a constant rattling in the pssenger door when traveeling at speed.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The boot space is surprisingly large for such a small car.It is also efficient to run.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I find the Durashift a little quirky.