MG ZR Hatchback (2001 - 2005) 1.8 VVC (160ps) 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a little bit different.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
A bit zany - it is bright yellow - and some think its too sporty for someone my age.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I only wish they were still made - I would definitely have another.
What are you likely to buy next?
Unfortunately with redundancy pending it will have to be something cheaper to tax and insure.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£10,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2002
Did you get a good deal and why?
It seemed a fair price having compared it to online prices.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It's altogether brill.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's a superb motor - driving is great fun and after 120,000 miles it is still returning 40mpg combined.
What's it like to park?
No problems - mirrors are well positioned and easily adjusted for tight spaces.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The head gasket failed at 59,000 miles but having fitted the Freelander conversion kit there have been no other major problems.
What's most practical about your car?
Size, manoeuvrability and a dream to drive.
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