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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Understated elegance.

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

    They like it a lot.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, however the newer model has not got the same boot size and the same elegance.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Aston Martin DB7 convertible.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £17,000

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, the dealer is a friend of mine.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I wanted one with the newer engine but with the old tax system so an X plate was the only one to buy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Perfect

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Super smooth, maybe a little soft for a sports car.

    What's it like to park?

    Hood down easy, but with the hood up there is a blind spot on each side.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Throttle body and coil pack.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Power hood.