• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Something good i hope.

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

    Most like it but the lack of practicality is an issue.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. As i get older i find i need 5 doors more and more and the new models are a bit limp in the power stakes.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Just bought a Seat Leon FR.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Got £500 off price and 12 months Tax

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Liked the look of it.

    What was the dealer like?

    Great until id signed for the car then as much use as a chocolate teapot.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    A joy in the bends and a decent amount of pace on the straights.

    What's it like to park?

    Pain in the.... Small back windows are a pain.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    ABS module went after 2months of owning it.Exhaust got a nasty crack in it and the bearings in the gearbox are shot. ( aparently a weak spot in this car.)

    What's most practical about your car?

    Huge boot, enough to fit a few bodies in it.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air con and cruise control.