Perodua Nippa (1997 - 2002) GX 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing - it goes unnoticed!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends laugh - until I tell them that the insurance is about a fiver and it costs pence to run. Family don't mind as long as I can pick them up when they're too drunk to drive themselves!!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - its cheap and not too cheerful. Sips at petrol.
What are you likely to buy next?
A Ford KA or a Vauxhal Corsa
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£495
When did you buy the car?
December 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
£495 for a four (five at a squeeze) seater in good nick.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Small and cheap to run - ideal for Guernsy roads.
What was the dealer like?
Didn't buy from dealer
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Large amounts of body roll, but the unassisted steering actually feels reasonably sporty. Engine lacks low-down grunt (then again, it is 847cc) but as long as you keep the revs up, acceleration to 40-45 is nippy.
What's it like to park?
Very easy. Flat back and virtually no bonnet. Unassisted steering is infinitely lighter than my Mini's.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not as yet - although the exhaust will haveto be replaced soon as it is blowing slightly.
What's most practical about your car?
Its small size - it fits into smaller spaces than my Mini because the steering lock is better.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Gadgets? Probably the stereo.
