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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Don't know, don't care!

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

    All that have been in it love it, family think it is the best vehicle we have owned yet. Lots of space and my young son loves being able to see around him.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - ignore the reputation, take plenty of time to find one and look on the internet forums for advice.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A newer one but not a freelander 2.

  • 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?

    £4,000

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Car required a clean - didn't bother me as I got to see it before being messed with - got a good price compared to others at the time.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Helpful and laid back - long unaccompanied test drive.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Easy to see around you, smooth and comfortable - surprisingly nippy considering.

    What's it like to park?

    Little tricky to judge where the bumpers are in tight spaces but quite good steering lock.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes, fuel pump

    What's most practical about your car?

    Size, space inside and economy

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    rear wiper works when front are switched on and you engage reverse - small things!