• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Well It is my Wife's, so image is better for her, "cheeky sporty" and still classy

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

    Universal admiration, not that it matters

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, fits the bill perfectly, tight in the back, even for our 8 year old, but we have a bigger car for trips. (I am 6'4" and she takes after me)

    What are you likely to buy next?

    I think this will be around for quite a while as the second car... but main car will be updated to a Benz

  • 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?

    February 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, no one was buying cars in early 09, they were cutting each others throats to move late 08 cars

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Colour and Roof

    What was the dealer like?

    As expected

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Generally excellent, goes well for type, exhaust a little flat sounding (all Supercharged Benz are) Seats are a bit flat, but not in the good way Rear and 3/4 vision poor

    What's it like to park?

    That rear and 3/4 again, but excellent Parking sensors with smart visual and audio tells

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Noise from the sunroof when opening and closing

    What's most practical about your car?

    Well, nothing makes real sense on a car like this, if you want practical, buy a Golf! Boot is easy

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Full roof, must have option Two tone leather steps up the ambiance