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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    solid & reliable

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

    impressed

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    yes

    What are you likely to buy next?

    thinking about an SLK

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2003

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    cash purchase

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Tony Purslow - good service & attention

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    engine is a little dieselly when cold & at low road speeds. Otherwise smooth & quiet. Averages 40 + mpg

    What's it like to park?

    no problem, albeit without Parktronic

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not really. Aircon had a leak - rectified for free. Auto headlights sometimes come on at odd times, eg with low sun

    What's most practical about your car?

    good quality car, at home round the shops or long distance

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    speed limiter!