Renault Clio Renaultsport (2001 - 2005) 2.0 16V (182bhp) 3d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I went for something special!

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

Everyone loves it so far. My mum thinks it's too fast...

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but I'd want it to stand out more, so would probably opt for Liquid Yellow or Racing Blue, as apposed to Silver which mine is.

What are you likely to buy next?

Looking at either a Focus RS or Integra Type-R DC5 for my next car.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,989

When did you buy the car?

September 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a good deal as it happened to be the cheapest 182 on Autotrader with the Recaro seats, an option I had been looking for within my price range for a while!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and helpful. One of the best salesman I've spoken to.

What's it like to drive?

Amazing grip and handling. Very comfortable, although I think you sit slightly too high up. The car gives the driver a lot of confidence to chuck it around, much more so than my old 206 GTi.

What's it like to park?

Fine, although it doesn't have the greatest turning circle.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Has failed to start first time on a couple of occasions.

What's most practical about your car?

With four adults in the car no one was complaining of lack of space!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The Recaro seats are simply awesome, well worth getting. The Xenon headlights are great too, and they're automatic.