Renault Clio Hatchback (2001 - 2008) 1.2 Authentique 5d (2004/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Like a part of me.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends and family really like my car, mates think its a nice little runabout with a gutsy engine even with 5 lads in the car. My family really like the fact its small, really safe and cheap to run. One of the best cars to have for first time buyers and students like myself. Neighbour used to have a clio and said that he loved his old clio as well, and that i had made a great choice for a first car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, although i would buy higher specification.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mitisbushi Lancer.
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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?
£2,200
When did you buy the car?
February 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Family connections.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
First car.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Its a enjoyable car to Drive, small, nimble and gutsy, On Country roads this car shoots around like a mini sports car, great handling and responsive stearing, However the car has terrible road rumble on motorways.
What's it like to park?
Due to large rear window and small size its simple to park in any space.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The timing belt broke in December of 2012 with only 50,000 miles on the clock and bent 7 valves and blew the head gasket. The Belt was never changed in the eight years so age was to blame.
What's most practical about your car?
Visibility for parking. Due to large rear window and small size its simple to park in any space.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
