• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I chose looks over quality.

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

    Some liked the looks.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. No creature comforts, didn't feel especially safe and the build quality was poor.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    SAAB 9-3.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £9,500

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2004

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Looked like a good deal on the website but getting the car took 3 months despite assurances that the car was already in stock.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Looks and price.

    What was the dealer like?

    Story changed from one week to the next on why it was delayed.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Fine in town, but tiring on long journeys thanks to the suspension, engine noise and seats.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The steering was misaligned from new and one of the air vents wasn't fitted properly.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Cheap.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    That I could easily change the stereo.