Renault Clio Hatchback (2001 - 2008) 1.5 dCi 80 Expression (80bhp) 3d (AC) (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Probably not a lot, being male!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It's sensible.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, it's economical and reasonably practical.
What are you likely to buy next?
VW Golf GT TDI/ Jag X Type/Audi A4 2.0 TDI - something a bit bigger in a year or 2.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,675
When did you buy the car?
July 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got about 10% off, so paid the private value to buy from a dealer with warranty, service and mot :).
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Good but aftersales care rubbish.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not the best handling, but still good. If held at/over 2k revs, can be surprisingly fast (has beaten a civic type-r off a roundabout before!).
What's it like to park?
Easy, very easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Worn rear suspension, a leaking rear brake cylcinder. Nothing expensive though :).
What's most practical about your car?
Economy - £35 road tax, 60 MPG (using bp ultimate, seems to only get 55 with Shell) and 2 year servicing.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Air Con is very, very good. Far better than several other past cars.
