Hyundai Matrix (2001 - 2010) 1.5 TD GSi 5d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Cheap and cheerful.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Not said anything.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Possibly yes! As very reasonable priced motoring and reliable.
What are you likely to buy next?
Just bought a Renault Megane CC, but not expecting it to be as reliable as the Hyundai though.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,500
When did you buy the car?
May 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
For the money and at a time when diesel cars were commanding high prices, this seemed very reasonable.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
A reasonably priced diesel car.
What was the dealer like?
No frills.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Being a three cylinder diesel, rather noisy, but otherwise great.
What's it like to park?
Easy. As high up, good visibility all round.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
This (And my wifes Hyundai Amica) eats tyres!!! Got through one set of tyres in seven months with 7k miles. I recommend you get your tracking checked every three to six months with this. On the plus side, mechanically this has been 100% reliable.
What's most practical about your car?
Sliding rear seats, increasing boot storage space.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Good quality CD / Radio.
