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  • Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing

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

    Never had any comments.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No; spares are shockingly expensive i.e. £3748 for 4 Denso diesel injectors fitting extra!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    I'm a low annual mileage driver, approx. 10k and need a tow car, thinking of a used E class Mercedes or a 3.0l petrol Modeo.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,056

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reasonable deal with a part ex Mondeo TDCi.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Professional and friendly.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Substantial kerb weigh and generous gross train weight make it good all round performer, pulls well and gives 45mpg as a solo outfit; 25mpg towing.

    What's it like to park?

    Good.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Fuel injectors need to be replaced, only 87k miles. Fuel pressure regulator replaced @ 75k miles. Front nearside steering arm replaced; ball joint knocking.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good for towing a caravan.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None