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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    I have had more conversations with strangers about this car than ever before, it does seem to be a bit of a desireable head turner.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - not least because of the excellent and attentive service from the dealers I have visited, a sharp contrast with my previous experience!

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Once you have mastered the brake hold function it couldn't be easier. If you want the horizon to rush towards you "hurtle mode" is available by pressing the right pedal a little more than usual.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy. Unlike my last car the sensors don't beep until the last two segments, but the rear display is visible in the rear mirror - in other words you don't really need the camera option!

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    There may be a problem with vulnerability to windscreen damage, although this may just be the state of the roads. I have had a repair and replacement, and on my first day with the new screen I already have a new chip!

    What's most practical about your car?

    Effortless driving experience - a real mile muncher.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I have always liked cruise control, Speedtronic features possibility of 5mph step changes and braking to desired speed so it's a dream on A roads and motorways.