• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Most say they like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. I think Mazda have just about got it right with the 2, with a few exceptions...The front seats have to be adjusted every time someone gets in or out of the back, which is fiddly.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Probably a 5 door Mazda 2.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £10,000

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Fair.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    They gave me a fair deal but their after sales service is poor.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Outstanding! However, the clutch could be better, it can be sharp on the take-up sometimes.

    What's it like to park?

    It's compact size makes this easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not a thing.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's compact size.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electric folding mirrors.