Nissan Serena (1993 - 2001) 2.0 Excursion 5d (1996/N) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That you don't care what Jeremy Clarkson thinks.

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

They like it. The neighbours probably don't like the diesel noise.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not unless another low mileage Japanese import one came up. Wouldn't touch a Euro-build.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another cheap MPV.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Had to buy from eBay; had no transport to get round France or back to Glasgow otherwise.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Ha! To replace the one that died on the M5 on the way to the Weymouth ferry!

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Hairy rushing round corners - the turbo diesel is actually fairly lively. I've no complaints, like others who owned the Spanish build. Great driving position.

What's it like to park?

A doddle - front and rear sensors and that big rear mirror (but keep out of carwashes).

Have you had any problems with the car?

Starter motor - £300!! and not from dealer Rear wiper and washer Front heater blower Speedo.

What's most practical about your car?

Takes a big payload, especially if you remove the unnecessary rear seats and the stupid dicky seat by the sliding door. What is AWFUL is that you have to REMOVE THE CENTRE CONSOLE TO CHECK THE OIL! This is pants.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

My previous (Japanese import) Serena had electric curtains. Ridiculous!